The
accurate knowledge of relevant nuclear data is crucial for the design
of advanced nuclear systems. These data include neutron cross sections
of various plutonium isotopes and other minor actinides. The 242Pu(n,f) cross section was measured at the CERN n−TOF
facility, taking advantage of the wide energy range (from thermal to
GeV) and the high instantaneous flux of the neutron beam. Preliminary
results for the measurement are presented.