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Cost-Effective Gamma Radiation Detection System for Environmental Monitoring

  • Wilson Pavon
  • , Jorge Bastidas-Pazmiño
  • , Luis Orozco
  • , Wu Sung Yao

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Abstract

This research presents the design and implementation of a cost-effective radiation detection system using a Geiger-Muller tube. The system includes a high-voltage circuit, nuclear pulse conditioning, and SCADA integration for real-time data acquisition. The design process utilized Proteus for simulation and ensured optimal component layout. Implementation results confirmed the system's reliability and accuracy in detecting gamma radiation, underscoring its importance for environmental monitoring and safety. The system provides an efficient and affordable solution for ionizing radiation detection.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationETCM 2024 - 8th Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting
EditorsDavid Rivas-Lalaleo, Soraya Lucia Sinche Maita
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350391589
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Event8th IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting, ETCM 2024 - Cuenca, Ecuador
Duration: 15 Oct 202418 Oct 2024

Publication series

NameETCM 2024 - 8th Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting

Conference

Conference8th IEEE Ecuador Technical Chapters Meeting, ETCM 2024
Country/TerritoryEcuador
CityCuenca
Period15/10/2418/10/24

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© 2024 IEEE.

Keywords

  • Data Acquisition
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Geiger-Muller Tube
  • High-Voltage Circuit
  • Ionizing Radiation
  • Nuclear Pulse Conditioning
  • Radiation Detection
  • Real-Time Monitoring
  • SCADA Systems
  • Wireless Communication

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