The BPX radiation environment

Extensive neutronics analyses have been carried out to quantify and characterize the radiation environment of the Burning Plasma Experiment (BPX) device. The authors present the modeling approaches taken and the results obtained for the important radiation quantities. Attention is given to prompt neutron and gamma fluxes, lifetime insulation dose and helium production, nuclear heating distribution, and activation characteristics. It is noted that the BPX radiation environment has been analyzed with sufficient accuracy and depth to enable major project decisions to be made intelligently. It is found that the environment, though hostile, does not present insurmountable obstacles to the operation and maintenance of the facility, nor does it present unacceptable health or environmental hazards to the public