EVALUATION OF MILITARY RADIAC EQUIPMENT,
Abstract
Two production type and several experimental type survey meters were evaluated. The AN/PDR-32 (XN-3) service test model and the IM-71/PD prototype model were subjected to similar field tests. Certain basic problems existed with each. The AN/PDR-32 gave unreliable readings at rates above 300 r/hr, due to sporadic effects, and the IM-71 was unreliable due to its annoying drift and inability to be reset in high radiation fields. The recommendations contained herein should be effected prior to the approval of either equipment for service use. A number of dosimeters of various types were tested, both of a tactical and administrative nature. Among the tactical dosimeters tested on this project, the DT-65 showed the most promise. However, if some difficulties with rate dependence and pressure sensitivity are rectified in the IM-91, this instrument would have first preference. Administrative type dosimeter DT-60 fulfills the requirements for a dosimeter of this type. The E-1 Tactical, Tracerlab Tactical and the Consolidated Vacuum dosimeters were tested under Project 6.4 and reported on in WT-753. In view of limited data contained in this report concerning dosimeter accuracy in residual fields, it is recommended that future dosimeter evaluation programs include a comprehensive analysis of dosimeter response to residual radiation. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1954
- Accession Number
- AD0629545
Entities
People
- George Poyet
- Joseph M. Johnston