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Bubble detector characterization for space radiation.

A R Green1, H R Andrews, L G I Bennett

  • 1Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, ON, Canada.

Acta Astronautica
|April 20, 2005
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Neutron radiation poses a risk to space workers. Researchers are evaluating bubble detectors, which are sensitive to neutrons, as a potential real-time personal dosimeter for space radiation environments.

Area of Science:

  • Space radiation physics
  • Radiation detection and measurement

Background:

  • Neutron radiation is a significant component of the near-Earth space radiation environment.
  • Accurate personal dosimetry is crucial for monitoring radiation dose equivalent received by astronauts.
  • Existing passive dosimeters often lack real-time neutron detection capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize bubble detectors with varying compositions for their response to space radiation.
  • To assess the suitability of bubble detectors as passive, real-time neutron dosimeters for space applications.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized charged-particle accelerator facilities to simulate space radiation conditions.
  • Fabricated bubble detectors with different fluid compositions ('superheat') to tune radiation sensitivity.

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  • Evaluated detector response to various types of radiation, focusing on neutron sensitivity.

    • Main Results:

    • Bubble detectors demonstrate sensitivity to neutrons while remaining insensitive to low linear energy transfer (LET) radiation.
    • Detector response can be tailored by adjusting the bubble detector fluid composition.
    • Preliminary characterization at accelerator facilities shows promise for space radiation dosimetry.

    Conclusions:

    • Bubble detectors represent a promising technology for passive, real-time neutron dosimetry in space.
    • Further research and development are needed to optimize bubble detector performance for operational space missions.
    • This technology could enhance the safety of space workers by providing accurate neutron dose measurements.