Document Type
Poster
Publication Title
Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase
Abstract
I present a novel approach for detecting rogue nuclear material at country borders, addressing the current lack of reliable and economical mechanisms for this purpose. My proposed methodology utilizes Cherenkov radiation emitted by cosmic muons to reconstruct the particle's trajectory using a single detector. By analyzing the eccentricity of the projected ellipse formed when the Cherenkov cone intersects the detector plane, one can determine the angle a muon makes with the detector. This innovative technique effectively doubles the efficiency of the detection system by halving the number of required detectors while simultaneously increasing the resolution of the measurements taken.
Advisor
Marcus Hohlmann
Publication Date
4-19-2024
Recommended Citation
Romano, Matthew Mark, "Novel Technique using Cherenkov Radiation for Nuclear Terrorism Prevention" (2024). Aerospace, Physics, and Space Science Student Publications. 33.
https://repository.fit.edu/apss_student/33