Proton and neutron test facilities at 1 GeV synchrocyclotron of PNPI for radiation resistance testing of avionic and space electronics

Abstract

A description of the proton (IS SC-1000, IS OP-1000) and neutron (IS NP/GNEIS) test facilities at the 1 GeV synchrocyclotron SC-1000 of the PNPI used for radiation resistance testing of electronic components and systems intended for avionic and space research is presented. A unique conjunction of proton beams with variable energy 100-1000 MeV and atmospheric like neutron beam with broad energy range (1-1000 MeV) spectrum enables to perform complex testing of the semiconductor electronic devices within a single testing cycle.