SSNTD applications in science and technology — a brief review

The technique of Solid State Nuclear Track Detection (SSNTD) has matured since long as a viable method of charged particle detection. The usage of this method has been successfully extended to neutron detection and gamma dose measurements as well. The etch-track mechanism has been further exploited...

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Published in:Radiation measurements 1999-06, Vol.31 (1), p.25-36
Main Authors: Khan, H.A., Qureshi, I.E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
applications of track detectors
Earth sciences
Earth, ocean, space
Engineering and environment geology. Geothermics
Exact sciences and technology
Geochemical exploration, methodology, general
Geochronology
Isotope geochemistry. Geochronology
material science, environmental science
Metallic and non-metallic deposits
nuclear science
Pollution, environment geology
SSNTDs
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Summary:The technique of Solid State Nuclear Track Detection (SSNTD) has matured since long as a viable method of charged particle detection. The usage of this method has been successfully extended to neutron detection and gamma dose measurements as well. The etch-track mechanism has been further exploited to generate a major application area of nuclear track filters. In spite of the remarkable diversity of SSNTD applications that have emerged over the years in different fields, its potential is by no means saturated. In this article, a brief review of SSNTD applications is presented with reference to contemporary interests in science and technology. For convenience, the coverage of topics is organized under broad categories of Nuclear Physics, Materials Research, Geology, Environmental Science and allied technologies. While identifying high interest areas, those with limited but innovative applications are also mentioned. In some cases, the important results are quoted for the purpose of illustrating the strength of track detection method. In general, the presentation is aimed at providing a broad perspective of current SSNTD uses instead of detailed description of individual applications. The coverage is selective rather than exhaustive and portrays authors' preferences. Some comments related to the adoption of this technique as a mainstream method of detection are also given.
ISSN:1350-4487
1879-0925
DOI:10.1016/S1350-4487(99)00093-1