Transmission Rate of Fabric to Test Radiation Shielding Properties

Abstract

In parallel with the developments in technology, the use of radiation in many areas such
as medicine, industry, agriculture and obtaining electrical energy through nuclear power
plants has not only facilitated social life but also brought about many health problems
due to exposure. It has become inevitable to be protected from the harmful effects of
radiation because it poses a risk to human health. There are three basic rules in radiation
protection: time, distance and shielding. The most effective method is armoring.
Protective clothing is especially important for those working in radiation areas. In this
study, thericoton fabric, which is widely used in daily life, was coated with different
amounts of barite (0%, 40%, 50%, 60%) and its radiation absorption properties were
examined. For this purpose, the transmission rate, which is an important parameter in
terms of shielding properties, was investigated by using 511, 835 and 1275 keV gamma
energies emitted from 22Na and 54Mn radioactive sources.