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The presentation will demonstrate the development of a small universal HardPix radiation detector based on the Timepix3 pixel detectors in IEAP CTU launched into space in 2023 and 2025. Requirements analysis, modular architecture design for a wide range of applications and space missions. Component selection with respect to extreme environment durability, size, power consumption, price and availability. Qualification campaign flow, practical problems and their solution during the qualification campaign. Implementation of advanced algorithms (AI) for on-board data processing.
An interesting application is the possible use of HardPix as a neutron detector for mapping the water deposits using non-invasive detection of neutrons created underground by cosmic rays and thermalized by hydrogen.
