Abstract
A series of experiments has determined the response of CdZnTe radiation detectors to electrons and alpha particles. Densely ionising particles result in an “S-shaped” pulse which is somewhat different in shape to those generated during photon interactions. A preliminary analysis of these pulse shapes is presented and the impact of this on possible schemes for pulse-shape discrimination is discussed. By altering the position of interaction of the alpha-particle beam in the detector, it is possible to analyse the non-uniformity of the electric field present in these detectors. Results are presented to demonstrate these effects, and the implications of these for operation of CdZnTe detectors in charged particle beams will be discussed.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section A: Accelerators, Spectrometers, Detectors and Associated Equipment
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
