Gamma radiation nose system based on In2O3/SiO thick film pn-junctions [dosimetry applications]

In₂O₃ and SiO mixtures, in thick film pn-junction form, were investigated for γ-radiation dosimetry purposes. Results show that the current increased with an increase in radiation dose to a certain level, exceeding this level resulted in device damage. The performance parameters of the devices, such as sensitivity to γ-radiation exposure and working dose region, were found to be highly dependant on the composition of the materials used. To cover a wider range of radiation, the approach of using sensor arrays was utilized, where the sections of the radiation nose system differ in material composition. A dynamic selection of the multiple sensors of various sensitivity and accuracy range was implemented by applying an error and pattern recognition analysis, which maximizes measurement accuracy. The algorithm was optimized for efficiency, which allows its use it in small devices, like handheld computers.