RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING: CONCEPTS AND SYSTEMS
Abstract
Guidelines for design of radiological monitoring systems were developed from an analysis of the radiological information requirements over time of the principal organizational elements of civil defense, with respect to the emergency and recovery phases. Constraints on the design criteria of both fixed and mobile systems were defined as dictated by the information which they must provide. Fixed monitoring systems were studied with respect to station spacing, intensity reporting levels, accuracy of equipment, and related design specifications. The operational constraints and the techniques of deployment of mobile systems were also considered. Specifications of instrument accuracy were developed from considerations of both the accuracy with which dose can be related to the biological effect and the precision of radiological information required to support civil defense operations. The functions of monitoring instruments within shelters were reviewed, and their requirements for accuracy and range were developed. Initial investment and annual operating costs were estimated for selected systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0401687
Entities
People
- Richard B. Bothum
- Richard K. Lairino
Organizations
- SRI International