R. K. Hashmani

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R. K. Hashmani is a nuclear engineer and accelerator physicist whose work centers on the design, characterization, and application of proton irradiation facilities for materials science and radiation effects testing. Their most significant contribution is the development and commissioning of the Middle East Technical University Defocusing Beamline (METU-DBL), a cost-effective proton irradiation facility capable of delivering protons with selectable kinetic energies between 15–30 MeV and fluxes ranging from 10⁶ to 10¹⁰ protons/cm²/s. This facility enables uniform irradiation over a large target area—up to 21.55 × 15.40 cm—with beam uniformity within ±6%, making it a valuable resource for testing electronic components and materials for space and nuclear applications. The 2023 paper detailing this work has garnered early citations, reflecting growing interest in accessible, high-quality irradiation platforms. Hashmani’s research addresses a critical need for affordable yet precise radiation testing infrastructure, bridging the gap between laboratory-scale experiments and industrial requirements. Their achievements highlight a commitment to advancing nuclear instrumentation and fostering regional capabilities in radiation science, with potential impacts on semiconductor reliability, medical physics, and fundamental radiation effects studies.