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A B Akopova1, M M Arutyunyan, V G Ambartsumyan
1Yerevan Physics Institute, Armenia.
Advances in Space Research : the Official Journal of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR)
|September 7, 2001
Summary
Researchers measured cosmic radiation on airplanes using nuclear emulsions. This study quantifies absorbed and equivalent doses from neutrons and charged particles encountered during flights.
Area of Science:
- Aviation safety
- Radiation physics
- Environmental monitoring
Background:
- Civil aviation planes are exposed to unique radiation environments during flight.
- Understanding cosmic radiation flux is crucial for assessing potential health risks to aircrew and passengers.
- Previous studies have utilized various methods to measure radiation onboard aircraft.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present results from probing the radiation environment on civil aviation planes.
- To specifically emphasize the measurement of cosmic radiation flux inside aircraft.
- To determine absorbed and equivalent doses from cosmic radiation components.
Main Methods:
- Utilized single-type detectors, specifically nuclear emulsions, for radiation measurements.
- Conducted experiments on board different civil aviation aircraft.
- Focused on in-flight measurements of cosmic radiation.
Main Results:
- Successfully probed the radiation environment on various aircraft types.
- Quantified the cosmic radiation flux encountered inside airplanes.
- Determined absorbed and equivalent doses attributable to cosmic radiation neutrons and charged particles.
Conclusions:
- Nuclear emulsions are effective detectors for assessing onboard aircraft radiation.
- The study provides essential data on radiation exposure levels during civil aviation flights.
- Findings contribute to a better understanding of radiation risks in the aviation sector.
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