GRNS_4: SiPM Characterisation

We want to send a Gamma-ray and Neutron Spectrometer (GRiNS) to the Moon. 

To prepare this mission, we need to understand the detailed behavior of all components of the instrument.

This thesis aims on building a test setup for SiPM characterisation, including dark counts, photon detection efficiency, and gain behaviour. 

The project includes: 

  • literature study and formulation of expected behaviour
  • manufacturing of test equipment, like integrating sphere and pulsed LED (3D printing, simple PCB design, soldering)
  • test campaign with different kinds of SiPMs
  • data analysis 
  • comparison and result discussion
Tags: Characterization, SiPM, GRNS
Published Oct. 23, 2026 12:54 AM - Last modified Oct. 23, 2026 12:54 AM

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