SOME METROLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE NEW SECONDARY STANDARD FOR BETA RADIATION

S.R.. Reynaldo, D. L. Floresta, T. A. da Silva
Abstract:
In Brazil, beta radiation metrology was based on a 30-years-old irradiation system. Aiming to fulfill a regional metrological gap and safety requirements, a new secondary standard for beta radiation – the BSS2- was installed at the CDTN/CNEN. Results of three metrological characteristics of the BSS2 are presented.
Keywords:
beta radiation secondary standard, beta radiation metrology
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Event details
Event name:
XVIII IMEKO World Congress
Title:

Metrology for a Sustainable Development

Place:
Rio de Janeiro, BRAZIL
Time:
17 September 2006 - 22 September 2006