Accession Number:

AD1013993

Title:

Evaluation of the Sensitivity and Signal Response of the DT-702 LiF:Mg,Cu,P TLD

Descriptive Note:

Technical Report

Corporate Author:

Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences Bethesda United States

Personal Author(s):

• Hawley,J. R.

Report Date:

2007-06-27

Pagination or Media Count:

90.0

Abstract:

The reliability and accuracy of a radiation dosimetry program is dependent on the intimate knowledge of the characteristics of the dosimetry material. In this study, the effects of pre-exposure sensitivity and post-exposure signal time on the Navys DT-702PD Harshaw Thermoluminescent Dosimeter 884041 are evaluated. The results of this study show that the DT-702 TLD has no statistically significant loss of sensitivity or loss of signal with up to 29 weeks of pre-exposure or post-exposure time. Therefore, the DT-702 could be in use for at least 29 weeks producing accurate results without any additional fade correction required.

Descriptors:

• reliability
• accuracy
• dosimetry
• exposure(general)
• sensitivity
• ionizing radiation
• naval personnel
• naval equipment
• radiation monitors
• dosimeters
• measuring instruments
• thermoluminescence

Subject Categories:

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE