Radiation Shielding Characteristics and Transmission Factor values of some Selected Alloys: A Monte Carlo-Based Study

Protecting the safety of both human health and the environment necessitates the careful management of radiation. Hence, it is important to possess effective radiation shielding since unregulated exposure to radiation may lead to significant health risks and environmental damage. Utilizing appropriate materials with strong radiation shielding characteristics is a crucial element of this safeguarding. This research examines the efficacy of eight different alloy types in attenuating radiation. The materials listed include 304 stainless steel, Inconel 718, Hastelloy C-276, Alloy 600, Nickel 200, D9 alloy, Maraging Steel 250, and Nimonic 80A. Each alloy has distinct mechanical qualities and exhibits exceptional resistance to corrosion, making them very useful and versatile in many applications. The research used Phys-X/PSD software and MCNP Monte Carlo simulations to assess the effectiveness of these alloy types as shielding agents. Considering the superior resistance of Hastelloy C-276 to gamma radiation, it is evident that this material has the capacity to be an exceptional option for shielding against radiation.