The use of simulated workplace neutron fields, which aim at replicating radiation fields at practical workplaces, is an alternative solution for the calibration of neutron dosemeters. They offer more appropriate calibration coefficients when the mean fluence-to-dose equivalent conversion coefficients of the simulated and practical fields are comparable. Intensive Monte Carlo modelling work has become quite indispensable for the design and/or the characterization of the produced mixed neutron/photon fields, and the use of Bonner sphere systems and proton recoil spectrometers is also mandatory for a reliable experimental determination of the neutron fluence energy distribution over the whole energy range. The establishment of a calibration capability with a simulated workplace neutron field is not an easy task; to date only few facilities are available as standard calibration fields.
Investigations using Monte Carlo calculations were performed on the possibilities to design a Bonner spheres neutron spectrometer adapted in particular to natural radiation environment in order to extend its efficiency to high energy domain.Index Terms-Bonner spheres neutron spectrometer, high energy neutrons, Monte Carlo simulations, neutron radiation effects, neutron spectrometry at mountain altitude.
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