Radiation shield with magnetic properties
US9666317B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 30, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG21F1/125
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A radiation attenuation shield, method, and system are disclosed. The shield includes a polymer, a radiation attenuating material, and a magnetic material. The radiation attenuating material and the magnetic material may be dispersed within the polymer to form an attenuation layer. Further, a magnetic material layer may be positioned adjacent to the attenuation layer or encase the attenuation layer. The radiation attenuation shield may be made by combining the components to create a mixture and then inserting the mixture in a mold until a solidified shape is formed. Moreover, the radiation attenuation shield of the present invention may be mechanically secured to a structure to contain radiation. Further, the shield may be secured to a structure by using the magnetic properties of the shield.
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