Title :
Proposal for solid-state particle detector based on latchup effect
Author_Institution :
Phys. Dept., Univ. of Bologna, Italy
fDate :
5/26/2005 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A novel approach to detect particles by means of a solid-state device susceptible to latchup effects is described. The stimulated ignition of latchup effects caused by external radiation has so far proven to be a hidden hazard. This is proposed as a powerful means of achieving the precise detection and positioning of a broad range of particles with a spatial resolution of 5 μm.
Keywords :
CMOS integrated circuits; particle detectors; radiation effects; external radiation; latchup effect; solid-state device; solid-state particle detector; stimulated ignition;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:20058364
