Title :
Evaluation and Application of U.S. Medical Proton Facilities for Single Event Effects Test
Author :
Wie, Brian S. ; LaBel, Kenneth A. ; Turflinger, Thomas L. ; Wert, Jerry L. ; Foster, Charles C. ; Reed, Robert A. ; Kostic, Andrew D. ; Moss, Steven C. ; Guertin, Steven M. ; George, Jeffrey S. ; Pankuch, Mark ; Dong, Lei ; Bloch, Charles ; Laub, Steve
Author_Institution :
Integrity Applic. Inc., Chantilly, VA, USA
Abstract :
We present the challenges of using new medical proton therapy cyclotrons for SEE tests in the 200 MeV regime. Solutions are discussed to utilize these facilities as a replacement for the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility. Part data response to conventional scattered proton beams are compared to newer scanning beam configurations. A common dosimetry system for independent determination of fluence and beam uniformity is presented.
Keywords :
cyclotrons; dosimetry; radiation therapy; Indiana University Cyclotron Facility; U.S. medical proton facilities application; U.S. medical proton facilities evaluation; beam uniformity; dosimetry system; medical proton therapy cyclotron; scanning beam configuration; scattered proton beam; single event effects test; Cyclotrons; Dosimetry; Particle beams; Radiation hardening (electronics); Dosimetry; proton beams; radiation hardness assurance; single event effects;
Journal_Title :
Nuclear Science, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TNS.2015.2496329
