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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Spectroscopy
    • Materials Science
    • Geochronology

    Background:

    • Thermoluminescence (TL) is a sensitive phenomenon used in dosimetry and dating.
    • Existing TL spectrometers may lack the sensitivity or spectral resolution for certain applications.
    • Fourier transform spectroscopy offers potential for enhanced TL analysis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a novel, sensitive thermoluminescence emission spectrometer.
    • To demonstrate its capability for recording detailed TL spectra.
    • To validate its performance for dosimetric and geochronological applications.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a modified scanning Twyman-Green interferometer for Fourier transform spectroscopy.
    • Employed photomultiplier detection in a photon-counting mode.
    • Designed for a 350-600 nm wavelength range with an etendue of 180π mm².

    Main Results:

    • The spectrometer achieves high sensitivity, suitable for low-level TL measurements.
    • Successfully recorded thermoluminescence spectra from phosphors and minerals.
    • Demonstrated versatile data output options including 3-D plots and glow curves.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed Fourier transform spectrometer is a sensitive tool for TL emission analysis.
    • It is well-suited for applications in radiation dosimetry and thermoluminescence dating.
    • The instrument provides detailed spectral information for material characterization.