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HZE dosimetry in space using plastic track detectors.

J Kopp1, R Beaujean, G Reitz

  • 1Institut für Experimentelle und Angewandte Physik, Universität Kiel, Kiel, Germany.

Radiation Measurements
|May 25, 2002
PubMed
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High charge and energy (HZE) particles significantly contribute to space mission radiation exposure. Measurements from the US Space Shuttle and Russian MIR station inform astronaut safety during International Space Station missions.

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Area of Science:

  • Space science and radiation physics.
  • Astrobiology and human spaceflight.
  • Nuclear instrumentation and dosimetry.

Background:

  • Manned space missions face significant radiation exposure risks.
  • High charge and energy (HZE) particles are a major component of this radiation.
  • Understanding HZE particle contributions is crucial for astronaut health and mission planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify the contribution of High charge Z and energy E (HZE) particles to radiation exposure on manned space missions.
  • To compare HZE particle radiation data from various space missions, including those relevant to the International Space Station (ISS) orbit.
  • To analyze radiation exposure under different shielding conditions and solar cycle phases.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized plastic nuclear track detectors for precise HZE particle measurements.

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  • Collected data from multiple space missions aboard the US Space Shuttle and Russian MIR space station.
  • Covered a 7-year period during the declining phase of a solar cycle.

    • Main Results:

    • HZE particles represent a significant portion of the total radiation dose experienced by astronauts.
    • Radiation exposure levels varied based on mission duration, altitude, and shielding effectiveness.
    • Data collected during the declining solar cycle phase provides valuable insights into long-term space radiation environments.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate measurement of HZE particles is essential for effective radiation shielding strategies in future space missions.
    • Comparative analysis of data from different spacecraft (Shuttle, MIR) enhances understanding of radiation variability.
    • Findings support the development of better radiation protection protocols for long-duration space exploration, including ISS missions.