Author(s)
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Dr.Mahendra Kumar Maurya
,
Sahil K. Kushwaha
,
Dr. Sangeeta Pandey
Document Abstract
This paper examines the coefficients of Radiation Shielding Materials and evaluates their effectiveness. Radiation shielding
involves protecting people, equipment, and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation by utilizing materials that
absorb or reduce the intensity of such radiation. The effectiveness of these shielding techniques is determined by several factors,
including the type and energy level of the radiation, the chosen shielding materials, and their thickness. This paper presents a
systematic comparison of antimonial lead, pure lead, and concrete bricks in the context of radiation shielding. By integrating material
characterization, experimental testing, and comparative analysis, the study offers comprehensive insights and practical
recommendations for various sectors. It has been observed that Antimonial Lead exhibits a high attenuation coefficient, enabling it to
significantly reduce radiation levels with minimal increases in thickness, thus proving to be a highly effective shielding material.
Although Pure Lead also demonstrates good attenuation properties, it may show a slightly lower attenuation coefficient in certain
measurements, resulting in a less effective attenuation curve compared to Antimonial Lead. Conversely, Concrete has a notably lower
attenuation coefficient, requiring much greater thickness to achieve similar radiation shielding effectiveness as lead, making it a less
efficient choice for this application.