Wireless Passive Radiation Sensor
Existing small radiation detectors do not produce an immediate real-time warning of radiation doses because the detectors need to be sent to a lab for readout, which can require days or weeks to complete. Other detectors are fragile, need human interpretation of colors, cost hundreds of dollars each or are not easily mass produced. Therefore, a need remains for a wireless passive radiation sensor that can remotely detect radiation using a portable, inexpensive transceiver.
Patent Abstract:
A novel measurement technique is employed using surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices, passive RF, and radiation-sensitive films to provide a wireless passive radiation sensor that requires no batteries, outside wiring, or regular maintenance. The sensor is small (105ohm) to low resistance (e.g.,Benefits
The sensor is comprised of non-moving parts, RF monitor, sensor film, and sensor chemistry, enclosed in a robust package. The advantage of this radiation sensor is its size, simplicity, and immediate response. The sensors do not require batteries that add unacceptable mass and maintenance to the structure or wires to retrieve the data, enabling remote sensing.
The sensor is comprised of non-moving parts, RF monitor, sensor film, and sensor chemistry, enclosed in a robust package. The advantage of this radiation sensor is its size, simplicity, and immediate response. The sensors do not require batteries that add unacceptable mass and maintenance to the structure or wires to retrieve the data, enabling remote sensing.
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Internal Laboratory Ref #:
SD#11141; US Patent 8,240,911 and 8,596,862Patent Status:
AvailablePatent Issue Date:
May 9, 2014Lab Representatives
