Hiroshi Usami

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Hiroshi Usami is a leading researcher in radiological protection and environmental monitoring, with a specialized focus on airborne alpha contamination detection. His most notable contribution is the development of a remote continuous air monitoring (RCAM) system, which integrates a personal air monitor (poCAMon) with a robotic platform to enable safe, real-time measurement of airborne alpha particles in hazardous environments. This innovative system, detailed in his 2020 paper, combines a 400-mm² ion-injected silicon detector with a 25 mmφ membrane air filter, offering a practical solution for monitoring contamination in nuclear facilities or post-accident zones. While his work has garnered 2 citations to date, its significance lies in advancing autonomous radiological surveillance—a critical need for minimizing human exposure to radiation. Usami’s research bridges robotics and nuclear safety, demonstrating how remote sensing can enhance operational efficiency and worker protection. His achievements underscore a commitment to developing scalable, field-deployable technologies for environmental health physics, positioning him as a contributor to the evolving landscape of radiation monitoring systems.