{"title":"Photodetectors Based on Back-Illuminated Silicon Photodiode Arrays for X-ray Imaging Systems","authors":"Jlja Goushcha","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374372","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374372","url":null,"abstract":"The properties of ultra-thin, pin photodiode arrays designed for CT and other scintillator-based applications are discussed. The photodiode arrays were built on 75-mum thick single Si dies. The element size varied from over 1.5 mm to 200-mum with the gaps (dead spaces) between adjacent elements as small as 25 mum. The most pronounced features of the arrays described here include very small AC and DC crosstalk very low leakage currents, high shunt resistance, very fast signal rise time, and good photo-response linearity with radiation flux. The crosstalk depended on the dead spaces between pixels but was always better than 0.1% for the arrays with close to 25-mum gaps and better than 0.01% for arrays with over ~50-mum gaps. The photo-sensitivity linearity was found to be better than 0.01% within the spectral range from 450 to 1000 nm and in the range of input light fluxes above ~100 pW/pixel. For lower light fluxes, the non-linearity of the photo-sensitivity was hindered by the noise current of the array pixels and different methods should be applied to provide measurements with an accuracy of better than 0.1%. This work also gives theoretical estimations for the detectivity limits and sensitivity linearity characteristics of the arrays and compares them with those for the conventional arrays used in X-ray imaging systems.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134507166","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Worst-Case Routing Performance Evaluation of Sensor Networks","authors":"E. Soedarmadji","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374381","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374381","url":null,"abstract":"Successful sensor network applications depends heavily on the ability of these networks to reliably and reasonably perform under the worst-case scenarios, extreme and unusual events for which many such networks are designed to detect. One of the key performance measures is the network's ability to route measurement data from the sensor nodes to the destination node(s). This paper introduces a general framework with which worst-case routing performance of different sensor networks can be evaluated and compared. Our method can either be used as a design optimization tool, or a decision making tool to select and price contending sensor network designs and applications.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"80 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134184683","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Low Noise Pre-amplifier/Amplifier Chain for High Capacitance Sensors","authors":"S. Adl, Martin Peckerar","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374390","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374390","url":null,"abstract":"A low-noise readout array is proposed for use with high capacitance detectors. The readout array is composed of a pre-amplifier/amplifier chain. The signal processing chain is designed for use with CdZnTe gamma ray detectors employed by NASA for radiation detection. This approach employs correlated double sampling and capacitive matching to increase the signal-to-noise ratio. The readout array is custom designed to fit into one detector pixel. The pre-amplifier/amplifier chain is designed and simulated in 0.13u CMOS8RF IBM technology. The readout array results show that the signal-to-noise ratio is significantly improved compared to previous work done in this field.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"143 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116377163","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vasyl Yatsuk, Oleksandr Basalkevych, Y. Yatsuk, A. O. Sachenko
{"title":"New Method of Dispersion Minimization of Si p-n Junction Temperature Sensors","authors":"Vasyl Yatsuk, Oleksandr Basalkevych, Y. Yatsuk, A. O. Sachenko","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374408","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374408","url":null,"abstract":"The mathematical model of a Si p-n junction temperature sensor, in which all physical processes are under consideration, is developed. The method of conversion characteristic dispersion minimization is proposed. It implies the modulation of measuring current with the further estimation of voltage drops on a p-n junction. Conducted mathematical modeling and a digital thermometer experimental device have testified main theoretical assumptions.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"41 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125143407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Low Cost Vein Detection System Using Near Infrared Radiation","authors":"S. Crisan, l.G. Tarnovan, T. E. Crisan","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374359","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374359","url":null,"abstract":"Using infrared radiation for biometric applications is a very new and exciting concept that promises to deliver high-end applications in numerous fields including security and medicine. While a few devices have already been implemented, there is a strong demand for a low cost multi-purpose infrared sensing device. Our research has been focused on an easy to use, cost-effective vein pattern detection system that uses near infrared radiation but the algorithms and the hardware lighting and sensing head can successfully be used in various applications in the field of forensics, human recognition or in medical applications.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"137 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128688179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Research and application of magnetic suspension technology in wide range turbine flow meter","authors":"Yinping Jiang","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374410","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374410","url":null,"abstract":"This paper presents a novel method for fluid flow measurement in pipes. The method concept is to apply magnetic suspension bearing to a turbine flow meter and thus improve the measurement performance. Under design conditions, the turbine flow meter based on magnetic suspension bearing (MSB) has better linearity and repeatability than the one with ordinary bearings. Test results show that the lower flow limit can be significantly reduced with MSB, which results in a remarkable improvement of test range from 1:10 to 1:50. It is also noticeable that MSB turbine flow meter can work with acid, alkali or corrosive media without the need of stainless steel sealing protection for the magnet.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130286420","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Mukesh, M. Iqbal, Jianhua Zhang, Zhang Ping, Inam-ur-Rehman
{"title":"Comparative Analysis of M-ary Modulation Techniques for Wireless Ad-hoc Networks","authors":"S. Mukesh, M. Iqbal, Jianhua Zhang, Zhang Ping, Inam-ur-Rehman","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374365","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374365","url":null,"abstract":"This paper presents a comparative analysis of different M-ary modulation schemes for wireless ad-hoc networks based on energy efficiency. It compares MPSK, MFSK, and MQAM on the basis of total energy consumption in the AWGN and non-frequency selective slow Rayleigh fading channel. Finally under detail mathematical calculations and simulation, we justify that the energy efficiency can be improved even under a fading channel by optimizing transmission time and constellation size at a particular distance.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"58 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131290193","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advanced X-ray Detectors for Volumetric CT","authors":"R. Deych, E. Dolazza","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374374","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374374","url":null,"abstract":"The rapid evolution of X-ray computed tomography (CT) in the past decade, from single slice axial scanning to 256-slice helical imaging, was driven by remarkable progress in X-ray generation and detection and by continuously lower cost of high speed computation. In this paper, we present the characteristics of the X-ray detectors required for today's multi-slice CT scanners suitable for cardiac applications. In particular, the parametric requirements for isotropic, solid-state, scintillator based, X-ray detectors and their associated electronics used in volumetric CT imaging are described.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"75 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114544357","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multi-drop, Simultaneous Sampling Sensor Network System for Aerospace Testing and Monitoring Applications","authors":"Alex Karolys","doi":"10.2514/6.2007-5723","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2007-5723","url":null,"abstract":"Typical aerospace test and monitoring systems are based on stand-alone instrumentation and require point-to-point analog wiring, which usually results in cumbersome cabling and connectors, bulky instrumentation, susceptibility to EMI/RFI noise pick up, lack of system flexibility, and a compromised signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). This paper describes a miniature smart network sensor solution with multi-drop sensor architecture and smart digital output sensors interconnected to a network interface controller through a common digital transducer bus.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"179 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122926382","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Intelligent Object-Tracking using Sensor Networks","authors":"P. Sridhar, A. M. Madni, M. Jamshidi","doi":"10.1109/SAS.2007.374384","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/SAS.2007.374384","url":null,"abstract":"The idea of using sensor networks for monitoring events is to utilize the distributed nature provided by these tiny and low powered devices. Multiple sensors can be used collaboratively to monitor events or space more effectively than a single sensor. Several applications can be envisioned with sensor networks ranging from military to commercial applications to environment and earth sciences, such as, traffic monitoring of vehicles, military reconnaissance and surveillance, cross-border infiltration, habitat monitoring, to name a few. In this paper, we propose an algorithm for tracking a moving object in an environment with densely deployed sensing devices.","PeriodicalId":137779,"journal":{"name":"2007 IEEE Sensors Applications Symposium","volume":"13 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2007-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131799200","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}