Physical, structural and nuclear radiation shielding behavior of Ni–Cu–Zn Fe2O4 ferrite nanoparticles.

In this study, Ni–Cu–Zn Fe 2 O 4 ferrite nanoparticles have successfully been synthesized utilizing the Co-precipitation technique. The primary objectives encompassed elucidating phase purity, discerning functional groups, scrutinizing surface morphology, and conducting structural analyses. To accomplish these objectives, a battery of advanced characterization techniques was employed, including power X-ray diffraction, Transmission infrared spectroscopy, UV–Visible spectrophotometer, and Scanning electron microscopy. Furthermore, the investigation was extended to the assessment of the gamma ray shielding properties exhibited by the synthesized Ni–Cu–Zn Fe 2 O 4 nanoparticles, spanning an energy range from 122 keV to 1330 keV. This evaluation was carried out through the utilization of a NaI(Tl) detector coupled with a PC-based multichannel analyzer. The acquired data were meticulously compared with established theoretical value. The results of this study point to a viable route for using this simple, cost-effective, and low-temperature synthesis approach to create nanomaterials suited for gamma ray shielding applications, as well as broader radiation protection. This novel technique has the potential to significantly improve radiation shielding technology. Along with this fast neutron attenuation capability of this prepared ferrite samples have been studied in terms of fast neutron removal cross section. • Ni–Cu–Zn Fe2O4 ferrite nanoparticles were synthesized utilizing the Co-precipitation technique. • Material preparation was confirmed using XRD, SEM, and FTIR. • The gamma ray and neutron shielding properties for ferrite materials were studied. • The experimental values have been supported with XCOM results. • Measured data are useful in nuclear medicine application. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]