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This work proposes a novel indirect detection strategy in which ionizing radiation (gamma and alpha) is converted into infrared (IR) or near-infrared (NIR) photons using secondary radio-luminescent materials that are optically coupled to existing commercial IR-triggered dosimetry systems. Instead of modifying certified detection devices, the concept introduces an external radiation-to-IR conversion medium that emits IR photons upon exposure to ionizing radiation. These photons are then detected by commercially available IR-sensitive instrumentation, enabling indirect radiation measurement through optical coupling.
The study aims to explore radiation-responsive materials capable of efficient IR/NIR emission under gamma and alpha excitation, assess their radioluminescence characteristics, and evaluate their compatibility with commercial IR-based detection platforms. Key parameters including emission wavelength range, light yield, radiation stability, and signal reproducibility will be investigated to determine feasibility and performance limits. By decoupling radiation interaction from the primary detector architecture, this approach offers a modular pathway for extending IR-based optical systems into ionizing radiation environments without altering their internal design. The concept may provide a flexible foundation for next-generation radiation sensing solutions in nuclear, medical, industrial, and space applications.