Study of radiation sources of automatic control system of optical parameters of fiber-optic sensors

2025

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DOI 10.21533/pen.v13.i3.1154
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Abstract

The prime objective of this experimental study is to check the influence of radiation on the performance and stability of a fiber-optic sensor’s control system. It examines the key issues caused by radiation and proposes solutions to improve the accuracy of measurements. For this test, a model of radiation exposure was created using special gamma and beta rays to observe how they influenced signal flow and the sensors’ reaction. Special ways of analyzing spectra and constant observation systems were used to detect changes and decreases in the optical signals resulting from radiation. As the radiation dose increases, it begins to degrade the quality of the data, ultimately leading to a 15% weakening of the signals at 500 Gy. Nonetheless, the use of special protective materials and programs managed to cut radiation exposure by a staggering 70%. The study demonstrates that enhancing both the radiation-hardened components and dynamic controls in fiber-optic sensors improves their reliability in areas with high radiation exposure. Such discoveries offer significant benefits for nuclear facilities, aerospace, and medical imaging, as resistance to radiation is crucial in these fields. These solutions play a role in strengthening the performance of automatic control for fiber-optic sensors.