Neutron Production from Hydride Forming Metals Under Thermal Shock
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University of MissouriOffice of Technology Management & Industry RelationsNon-Confidential Abstract of InventionUM Disclosure No. 13UMC001Neutron Production From Hydride Forming Metals Under Thermal ShockIntense neutron bursts were observed after thermal shocking a hydride forming metal (titanium) under a high pressure deuterium atmosphere. The metal underwent a specific conditioning process in which deuterium was loaded into it. Next, the metal underwent a fast thermal shock, rapidly going from -190° C to 45° C. Subsequently, a large emission of neutrons was observed. It is believed that rapid temperature changes produce large internal pressures within the metal lattice, causing the emission of neutrons. Optimization of the technique could lead to an energy source that requires a relatively minimal amount of input energy.POTENTIAL AREAS OF APPLICATIONS:• Neutron source• Energy sourceMAIN ADVANTAGES OF INVENTION:• Neutron and energy production can be achieve with low input energiesSTATE OF DEVELOPMENT:• Initial tests complete• Optimizing the processLICENSING POTENTIAL:• University seeks licensee with the potential to commercializeINVENTOR(S):• Mark PrelasCONTACT INFO: Office of Technology Management & Industry Relations Wayne C. McDaniel, Ph.D. Associate Director Email: McDanielwc@missouri.edu Phone: 573-884-3302
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Name: Mark Prelas, Professor
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