Booth Id:
EBED001
Category:
Embedded Systems
Year:
2017
Finalist Names:
Gajdusek, Josef (School: Capital Normal University High School)
Abstract:
During radioactive decay of an atom, various particles are emitted. The kind and energy of the
particles depends on the decaying element and its isotope. Spectrometer is a device capable
of measuring energy of these particles and therefore can be used to distinguish different isotopes.
This project aims to develop a spectrometer capable of measuring energies of alpha particles or
other heavy charged particles and also detect gamma particles. The design of the spectrometer takes
into account both the detection capabilities and also the simplicity, price and physical
dimensions of the device.
The device is intended to be used in monitoring network to perform long term measurements of
radiation background and the concentration of radon in the atmosphere and also
serve as an early warning system in case of emergency. As the measuring stations are
planned to be placed in schools and other public institutions, an important part of
these monitoring activities is also educational activities for the general public.