Published March 14, 1984 | Version v1
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Traps created in polyethylene by x-ray and neutron irradiation

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The changes in the thermally stimulated current (TSC) response of polyethylene to 200 rad of x-rays or neutrons are investigated after the exposure of specimens to a large dose of the respective radiation. It is shown that both x-rays and neutrons can create additional traps in polyethylene at a rate dependent on the amount, and possibly fractionation, of the dose used. The results indicate a higher trap creation rate for low doses as compared with high doses, within the dose ranges used. (author)

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Journal Title
J. Phys., D (London). Appl. Phys.
Journal Volume
17
Journal Issue
3
Series
J. Phys., D (London). Appl. Phys.
Journal Page Range
563-569
ISSN
0022-3727