Telescoping Rate Meter

Abstract

Telescoping rate meters play a vital role in the practice of radiation safety in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. The detector is attached to the end of an extendable, telescoping pole, thus allowing the operator to maintain a safe distance from high exposure areas. This allows the Navy to comply with federal regulations, which mandate that radioactive doses received by operators are As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). The current instrument is 30 years old and approaching obsolescence due to the unavailability of repair parts.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2018
Source ID
5466671ff29720948dd02c9cbe17785b

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Nuclear and Radiation Engineering.
  • Strategic Security Studies

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Orbital Debris
  • Space - Space Objects

Related Documents