Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
International Conference on Mathematics and Mathematics Education, İstanbul, Türkiye, 11 - 13 Eylül 2025, ss.1-300, (Özet Bildiri)
In recent years, the identification, analysis, and evaluation of advanced shielding materials with high absorption capacity for potential applications in nuclear reactors have gained significant attention. In line with the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle, which aims to minimize personal and public exposure to radiation in nuclear environments. The development of effective shielding technologies is of critical importance to prevent human body from radiation industry. Eventhough, among the next-generation materials, Praseodymium
Hexaboride (PrB₆) has attractive interest due to its superior absorption capability of radiation, the studies investigating the potential usage of such innovative materials as the external structures of Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) are still limited.
In this study, PrB₆ was evaluated alongside boron-based compounds, known for their efficient radiation absorption properties, and vermiculite, a natural shielding material [1-3]. Thus, PrB₆ was modelled as a new generation material of radiation shielding in a computer environment and then the sets of data were analysed. The missing data were completed using MCNP (Monte Carlo N-Particle) and EGSnrc (Electron Gamma Shower) simulation codes. The materials were tested in single, double, and triple-layer configurations to investigate their radiation attenuation
performance, and the results were compared with conventional shielding materials currently used in reactors.
Simulation findings were then applied to a selected next-generation NPP model, demonstrating the compatibility of PrB₆ with existing shielding systems as well as its potential advantages. This work is expected to contribute to the development of innovative and effective shielding technologies for nuclear power plants, supporting enhanced safety and sustainability in future nuclear energy applications.