Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management (Apr 2024)

Structural Properties of Thermoluminescence Dosimeter Materials, Preparation, Application, and Adaptability: A Systematic Review

  • G. I. Efenji,
  • S. M. Iskandar,
  • N. N. Yusof,
  • J. A. Rabba,
  • O. I. Mustapha,
  • I. M. Fadhirul,
  • S. A. Umar,
  • F. A. Kamgba,
  • P. O. Ushie,
  • J. Munirah,
  • H. K. Thair,
  • S. E. Nabasu,
  • S. N. Hayder,
  • A. O. Oke

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 28, no. 4

Abstract

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Thermoluminescence dosimeters (TLDs) are widely used in radiation dosimetry due to their excellent properties, such as high sensitivity, small size, and ability to measure low doses of radiation. This review focuses on the structural properties of TLD materials, as well as their preparation, application, and adaptability. The review covers the various types of TLD materials, crystal structure, and properties, including energy response and fading characteristics. The different methods used to prepare TLD materials, such as solid-state synthesis, sol-gel synthesis, and solution growth methods, are discussed in detail. The review also includes a detailed discussion of the various applications of TLDs, including medical, environmental, and industrial radiation dosimetry. Extensive information on TLD is reviewed, and the TL characteristics that have a noticeable impact on the TL dosimetry potential for human and other purpose utilisation, such as mineral, oil, and gas resource investigation, can be done using natural and artificial TL signals. Information on TL measurement process requirements and the TL characteristics that have a noticeable impact on a compound TL dosimetry potential are also addressed. Finally, the review concludes by highlighting the adaptability of TLD materials to different dosimetry applications and their potential use in the future.

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