The problem with which we shall concern ourselves in this paper is the self-scattering and self-absorption of beta particles by the source.

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<p>Dissertation in Environmental Physics to be publicly examined in Häggsalen (Ångström Laboratory), Uppsala University, on Friday, November 8, 2002 at 10:00 am for the degree of doctor of philosophy in Physics. The examination will be conducted in English. </p><p>Gamma spectrometry is one of the tools commonly used for the measurement of various environmental radionuclides. Simultaneous determination of the absolute activity of gamma emitting radiotracers in a wide range of environmental matrices and fractions necessitates proper and accurate evaluation of the sample-to-detector efficiency. Several radiotracers require, in addition, the use of sub-routines for self-absorption corrections. </p><p>Gamma spectrometry is an important and elegant tool for assessing environmental changes. Optimisation of ultra low-level gamma spectrometry for reliable assessment of such changes requires harmonisation of laboratory needs with sampling and site conditions.</p><p>Different aspects of the calculation of sample-to-detector efficiencies using empirical and Monte Carlo approaches are discussed here, including the uncertainties related to the simulation of the performance of different HPGe detectors and the effects of the incomplete collection of charges in Ge-crystals. Various simulation codes for the computation of peak efficiencies in planar and well Ge-detectors have been developed from scratch. The results of the simulations have been tested against experimental data and compared to other simulation results obtained with the Monte Carlo N-Particle code (MCNP). The construction of calibration sources with improved absorption and collimation characteristics have been, also, described in this work. These sources have been especially designed for the efficiency calibration of Ge-detectors at energies below 100 keV. </p><p>Flexible, fully tested and prototype approaches for the evaluation of self-absorption corrections, based on Monte Carlo simulations, are described. Special consideration is given to the problems related to the sample's variability in size, density and composition. Several examples of the absolute and simultaneous determination of environmental multitracers which benefited from self-absorption corrections and the optimised efficiency calibration algorithms are, also, presented and discussed. These examples include, among other things, a comprehensive analysis of the gamma spectrometry of ²³⁴Th in a wide range of matrices and the speciation of several radionuclides in sediments from a hard-water lake.</p>

Dissertation in Environmental Physics to be publicly examined in Häggsalen (Ångström Laboratory), Uppsala University, on Friday, November 8, 2002 at 10:00 am for the degree of doctor of philosophy in Physics. The examination will be conducted in English. Gamma spectrometry is one of the tools commonly used for the measurement of various environmental radionuclides. Simultaneous determination of the absolute activity of gamma emitting radiotracers in a wide range of environmental matrices and fractions necessitates proper and accurate evaluation of the sample-to-detector efficiency. Several radiotracers require, in addition, the use of sub-routines for self-absorption corrections. Gamma spectrometry is an important and elegant tool for assessing environmental changes. Optimisation of ultra low-level gamma spectrometry for reliable assessment of such changes requires harmonisation of laboratory needs with sampling and site conditions. Different aspects of the calculation of sample-to-detector efficiencies using empirical and Monte Carlo approaches are discussed here, including the uncertainties related to the simulation of the performance of different HPGe detectors and the effects of the incomplete collection of charges in Ge-crystals. Various simulation codes for the computation of peak efficiencies in planar and well Ge-detectors have been developed from scratch. The results of the simulations have been tested against experimental data and compared to other simulation results obtained with the Monte Carlo N-Particle code (MCNP). The construction of calibration sources with improved absorption and collimation characteristics have been, also, described in this work. These sources have been especially designed for the efficiency calibration of Ge-detectors at energies below 100 keV. Flexible, fully tested and prototype approaches for the evaluation of self-absorption corrections, based on Monte Carlo simulations, are described. Special consideration is given to the problems related to the sample's variability in size, density and composition. Several examples of the absolute and simultaneous determination of environmental multitracers which benefited from self-absorption corrections and the optimised efficiency calibration algorithms are, also, presented and discussed. These examples include, among other things, a comprehensive analysis of the gamma spectrometry of 234Th in a wide range of matrices and the speciation of several radionuclides in sediments from a hard-water lake.

La thèse présentée porte sur les possibilités d’utilisation de la spectroscopie sur plasma induit par laser (LIBS) utilisée dans le laboratoire ainsi qu’à l’extérieur en utilisant l’appareil portable mis au point par nous et destiné pour analyser la composition élémentaire en matières. Cet appareil a été testé sur les échantillons géologiques dans l’objectif de la détection du Laacher See Tephra (LST) dans la craie lacustre enlevée dans le Jura en France. Le traitement statistique des cartes élémentaires pour les éléments Al, Ca, Fe, Ti, Ba et Na ont été effectuées à partir d’une coupe de la colonne sédimentaire contenant LST et cela a permis d’optimiser les conditions de l’expérience. La profilométrie a été utilisée sur les échantillons d’ammonites dans l’objectif de déterminer le processus de la fossilisation. La pyritisation a été considérée comme potentiellement détectable, mais l’appareil s’est révélé incapable de déterminer la phosphatation. Concernant le LIBS effectué dans le laboratoire, une réponse spectrale du spectromètre à échelle a été déterminée dans une gamme comprise entre 215 nm et 950 nm. Le modèle du rayonnement des molécules diatomiques de N2, NO et OH a été utilisé pour obtenir la source du rayonnement de référence de la décharge luminescente dans l’air. La réponse spectrale a été utilisée pour la correction des spectres mesurés dans d’autres recherches. Pour des tests sans calibration (CF-LIBS), les échantillons d’alliages d’aluminium avec de différentes compositions des éléments (Al, Mg, Mn, Si et Cu) ont été utilisés. Les résultats de l'acquisition des spectres de la localisation de 2 mm au-dessus de la surface de l’échantillon sont plus précis que ceux qui ont été acquis de la localisation de 1 mm. Une étude examinant des possibilités d’utilisation de l’auto-absorption pour analyser la concentration du magnésium dans les alliages d’aluminium est présentée dans le dernier chapitre de la thèse. A cette fin, un modèle bicouche de plasma a été utilisé et ajusté aux profiles des raies du Mg I 285,213 nm et Mg II 280,271 nm expérimentalement mesurés. Les résultats ont été comparés avec les valeurs nominales et pour la raie d’ion du Mg II 280,271 le résultat démontre une possibilité de déterminer la concentration du Mg dans l’alliage / No abstract

Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) offers possibility for fast de- tection of sample composition without its preparation. For this reason it is attractive anywhere where the fast detection and no sample preparation are needed. As in many other branches the technical and scientific progress im- proves and spreads the possibilities of LIBS based devices and laboratory appa- ratuses. The time-resolved spectroscopy is allowed by spectrograph equipped with fast camera, broadband spectra can be acquired in single exposition by broadband spectrometers. Smaller and lighter laser sources together with com- pact spectrometers can be implemented to portable device and can be used out of laboratory. Computers offer quick data processing. The device named ChemCam installed on the NASA's next Mars rover, curiosity, is good exam- ple of high technology application in LIBS. However, there are still challenges and we hope that this work will be fruitful for anyone who is interested in the LIBS. The project of presented thesis was performed as a joint supervision project between the Department of Experimental Physics at Comenius University in Bratislava and Laboratiore Interdisciplinaire Carnot de Bourgogne at Univer- sit ́e de Bourgogne in Dijon. The aim of the project was to join experience from both laboratories, experience in laser constructions from Dijon and experience with spectroscopy from Bratislava. The both are essential for LIBS. In Bratislava the work was coordinated by prof.Pavel Veis and it was fo- cused on LIBS under the laboratory conditions. The time-resolved broadband spectrometry was used in the research. In order to achieve required spectra, the spectral response of the optical system was determined which was later used for the corrections. The research of self-absorption phenomena started in the last period with aim to use this effect, usually considered as negative, for the composition determination. In Dijon the work was supervised by Dr. Olivier Musset and directed toward development of LIBS device which could be used out of laboratory. The small 6 7 laser which was previously developed in the laboratory was implemented in the device. The development was successfully finished and testing process began in the last period of the thesis. The geological samples have been used for the testing process which was performed in deep cooperation with geologists. The first chapter comprises a brief introduction to LIBS. It is divided into some parts about laser induced plasma, laser induced breakdown and evolution of the plasma after breakdown. The section dealing with local thermodynamic equilibrium is also included. The section describes importance of LTE and the possibilities to determine this state. The second chapter is dedicated to the developed portable LIBS device. In the introduction, different type of LIBS devices are presented with their possibilities. Then the portable device developed in Dijon is described part by part with brief characteristic of developed software. The device possibilities and limits are sketched in the last section of the chapter with respect to results obtained in the testing process. The third chapter deals with capabilities of LIBS apparatus which was set up in the laboratory. The process of spectral response measurement and its results are presented and consequently used in next sections in process of plasma parameters determination. The composition of used samples are determined by using of calibration free method with aim to choose proper location in the plasma for which results are the most representative. The last chapter includes introduction to the subject of self-absorption phenomena. The simple model and basic theory are presented with suggestion how to use the phenomena in positive way. The simple experiment and its results are presented at the end of the chapter together with discussion about the possibilities and perspectives of the suggested method.

Caractérisation numérique de la technique de spectrométrie gamma par simulation Monte-Carlo : Application à la datation d'échantillons environnementaux.Résumé :Afin d'optimiser la détermination de l'activité d'échantillons environnementaux, l'étalonnage en efficacité de la chaîne spectrométrique se doit d'être de bonne qualité. Le travail de cette thèse consiste à rassembler les problématiques principales : les phénomènes d'auto-absorption et de coïncidence. Ces effets sont traités par métrologie et simulation Monte-Carlo (MCNP6), impliquant la bonne modélisation préalable de nos détecteurs. Le problème d'auto-absorption est dominant lorsque le standard utilisé pour l'étalonnage en efficacité a des caractéristiques physico-chimiques différentes des échantillons. Un étalonnage numérique semble plus approprié et nous l'appliquons à une archive sédimentaire du lac de Longemer (France). Nous proposons une méthode nouvelle se basant sur une mesure expérimentale ajustée numériquement afin de déterminer le coefficient d'atténuation massique des échantillons. Il est alors possible de remonter à une composition chimique fictive qui permettra d'utiliser la simulation Monte-Carlo pour réaliser l'étalonnage. Ainsi, à 59,54 keV la correction de l'auto-absorption peut atteindre 24 %. Les phénomènes de coïncidence peuvent également être corrigés par simulation. Le logiciel ETNA permet cette correction mais ne permet pas la modélisation d'un détecteur puits. Dans le but de corriger l'efficacité de notre détecteur puits, possédant une géométrie propice aux coïncidences, nous utilisons le transfert de rendement qui lui est adaptable pour n'importe quelle géométrie. Les résultats par cette méthode sont validés par MCNP6 et Génie 2000 sur les énergies principales du 214Bi. / In order to improve the determination of environmental samples activity, the detector efficiency calibration must be reliable. These studies deal with the main issues in gamma-ray spectrometry: the self-absorption and the true coincidence summing effects (TCS). These phenomena are studied by metrology and Monte-Carlo simulation (MCNP6) that imply the faithful of our detector models in relation to the experimental device. The self-absorption problem is the main one when the used standard for efficiency calibration has not the same physical and chemical characteristics than samples. A numerical calibration seems to be more suitable and we apply it for Longemer lake archives (France). A new method is proposed where an experimental measurement is processed through numerical simulations to determine the mass attenuation coefficient of the samples. It makes it possible to define a virtual chemical composition to use Monte-Carlo simulation. Then the numerical calibration at 59.54 keV gives a 24% self-absorption correction. The TCS problems can also be corrected by simulation. The ETNA software can determine this correction but it doesn’t make the well type detector model possible, with a geometry conducive to TCS effects. With the aim of correcting the efficiency of our well detector, the efficiency transfer, which can be adjusted to any device, is used. The results with this method are validated by MCNP6 and Genie 2000 software on the main lines of 214Bi.

The betavoltaic battery is a type of micro nuclear battery that harvests beta emitting radioactive decay energy using semiconductors. The literature results suggest that a better model is needed to design a betavoltaic battery. This dissertation creates a comprehensive model that includes all of the important factors that impact betavoltaic battery output and efficiency. Recent advancements in micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) necessitate an onboard miniaturized power source. As these devices are highly functional, longevity of the power source is also preferred. Betavoltaic batteries are a very promising power source that can fulfill these requirements. They can be miniaturized to the size of a human hair. On the other hand, miniaturization of chemical batteries is restricted by low energy density. That is why betavoltaics are a viable option as a power source for sophisticated MEMS devices. They can also be used for implantable medical devices such as pacemakers; for remote applications such as spacecraft, undersea exploration, polar regions, mountains; military equipment; for sensor networks for environmental monitoring; and for sensors embedded in bridges due to their high energy density and long lifetime (up to 100 years). A betavoltaic battery simulation model was developed using Monte Carlo particle transport codes such as MCNP and PENELOPE whereas many researchers used simple empirical equations. These particle transport codes consider the comprehensive physics theory for electron transport in materials. They are used to estimate the energy deposition and the penetration depth of beta particles in the semiconductors. A full energy spectrum was used in the model to take into account the actual radioactive decay energy of the beta particles. These results were compared to the traditional betavoltaic battery design method of estimating energy deposition and penetration depth using monoenergetic beta average energy. Significant differences in results were observed that have a major impact on betavoltaic battery design. Furthermore, the angular distribution of the beta particles was incorporated in the model in order to take into account the effect of isotropic emission of beta decay. The backscattering of beta particles and loss of energy with angular dependence were analyzed. Then, the drift-diffusion semiconductor model was applied in order to estimate the power outputs for the battery, whereas many researchers used the simple collection probability model neglecting many design parameters. The results showed that an optimum junction depth can maximize the power output. The short circuit current and open circuit voltage of the battery varied with the semiconductor junction depth, angular distribution, and different activities. However, the analysis showed that the analytical results overpredicted the experimental results when self-absorption was not considered. Therefore, the percentage of self-absorption and the source thickness were estimated using a radioisotope source model. It was then validated with the thickness calculated from the specific activity of the radioisotope. As a result, the battery model was improved significantly. Furthermore, different tritiated metal sources were analyzed and the beta fluxes were compared. The optimum source thicknesses were designed to increase the source efficiencies. Both narrow and wide band gap semiconductors for beryllium tritide were analyzed. / PHD / A betavoltaic battery is a type of micro nuclear battery that harnesses electrical energy from radioisotopes using semiconductors. It has high specific energy density and longevity but low specific power. It can be miniaturized to a micron scale size (a size of a human hair) to power micro/nano sensors or devices. They can be used in implantable biomedical devices such as pacemakers, remote areas such as high mountains, undersea, and also in embedded sensors in structures. Chemical and other types of batteries are not suitable at this scale due to their low specific energy density. A betavoltaic battery is an attractive choice in applications where reliability and long service life (up to 100 years) are required. However, their power output is very low (on the scale of microwatts) due to their low specific power. They can aid chemical batteries to increase their lifetime by designing a hybrid battery. In a hybrid battery, a betavoltaic battery can trickle charge a chemical battery to top off the depleted charge. A theoretical analysis of a battery design is useful to improve its power output and efficiency. The literature in this area suggests that a better theoretical model is required to agree well with the experimental results as well as for better design. This model comprehensively included all the important factors that impact betavoltaic battery output and efficiency. All the necessary betavoltaic battery design factors were analyzed in detail in this work in order to maximize the desired output.

Moments of Absorption explores the conceptual and visual themes that are presented in my MFA thesis exhibition. The research looks into the absorption of the nude subject, the gestures that communicate this absorption, and the domestic space as a stage for the presentation of these gestures. This work investigates a tension between the theatrical and the natural as represented by images.

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