criticaliteitsveiligheid
Criticaliteitsveiligheid, often translated as criticality safety, is a fundamental principle in nuclear reactor design and operation. Its primary goal is to prevent the unintended accumulation of fissile material in a configuration that could lead to a nuclear chain reaction. This unwanted reaction is known as criticality.
The concept of criticality safety is rooted in understanding neutron interactions. Fissile materials, like uranium-235 or
Criticality safety measures are implemented at every stage of handling fissile materials, from their fabrication and