Alpha emitter detection systems using a UV light detector

Appl Opt. 2022 Feb 20;61(6):1414-1419. doi: 10.1364/AO.446006.

Abstract

To visualize alpha contamination, an alpha-particle detection system has been developed that is capable of detecting alpha-induced UV lights from a few meters distance in dark environments. It detects UV lights from ionized nitrogen with a photomultiplier tube. To identify the contaminated spot quickly, large diameter lenses were designed and tested.

MeSH terms

  • Lens, Crystalline*
  • Ultraviolet Rays*