3D Silicon Sensor Simulation Simulación de Sensores de Silicio 3D
Project Overview
| Role: Lead Developer | Duration: 2024-Present | Organization: CERN EP-R&D |
The Challenge
Optimize 3D columnar silicon sensor geometry for extreme radiation environments (10^16 particles/cm²) while maximizing signal efficiency and minimizing power consumption.
Technical Approach
- Developed TCAD simulation framework for electric field modeling
- Built Python-based parameter optimization pipeline
- Automated analysis of charge collection efficiency
- Created visualization tools for electric field distributions
Technical Stack
Python TCAD NumPy Matplotlib Git Scientific Computing
Current Progress
- Framework operational and producing results
- Multiple geometry configurations under evaluation
- Collaboration with sensor manufacturers for prototype fabrication
Industry Relevance
Skills directly applicable to:
- Semiconductor R&D: Sensor development and characterization methodologies
- Scientific Computing: Large-scale simulation frameworks
- Optimization: Parameter sweeps and design space exploration
- Data Visualization: Communicating complex technical results