Device for Shielding and Assembly Method

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The invention relates to a modular shielding device designed to protect against neutron and/or gamma radiation, especially useful in environments like neutron or particle accelerators. The shield is constructed from several interconnectable and detachable modules, each containing shielding materials such as lead and borated polyethylene. The modularity allows for flexible assembly, transportation, maintenance, and provides an internal space for housing targets or sources of radiation. The unique geometry with interlocking contours prevents unintentional radiation leakage, while installation and access are made easier through specific design features.

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• Radiation shielding for research facilities using neutron or gamma sources, such as particle accelerators or neutron spallation sources.
• Temporary or transportable radiation shielding for maintenance or upgrades of nuclear facilities.
• Protection for experimental setups in medical physics or radiological laboratories.
• Safety containment around radioactive targets used in scientific experiments or industrial radiography.
• Flexible shielding solutions for environments with changing layouts or frequent need for access to the radiation source.

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• Modular design allows for easy transport, assembly, and disassembly, reducing logistical complexity and time.
• Customization: Number and arrangement of modules can be adapted to specific shielding requirements or spatial constraints.
• Enhanced safety through interlocking stepped contours, which minimize radiation leakage between modules.
• Relative movement of modular sections enables convenient access for maintenance or changes without compromising overall shielding.
• Use of well-known, effective shielding materials (lead, borated polyethylene) ensures high attenuation of neutron and gamma radiation.
• Reduces overall weight per handling unit, making installation and movement feasible with standard lifting equipment.
• Facilitates the decontamination process and eventual dismantling or disposal of the shielding system.

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The invention relates to a device for shielding against neutron and/or gamma radiation and to a method for installing such a device. A device (10) for shielding against neutron and/or gamma radiation comprises multiple shielding elements (12) with a shielding material (14, 15). An area (16) for receiving a target (17) is provided in the interior of the device (10), and the shielding elements (12) are arranged in a plurality of modules (19) which can be connected together and can be released from one another.