Using the Hazard Prediction and Assessment Capability (HPAC) Hazard Assessment Program for Radiological Scenarios Relevant to the Australian Defence Force

Abstract

Atmospheric hazard modelling programs are used to predict the dispersion and resultant effects from the release of clouds of toxic materials. Both the Hazard Prediction and Assessment Capability (HPAC) and HOTSPOT are models that can be used to estimate hazards arising from the release of radiological material. A comparison of the two models is undertaken, with strengths and limitations of each model discussed. A recommendation is made that the ADF employ HPAC to model radiological hazards.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2003
Accession Number
ADA416823

Entities

People

  • Alexander Hill

Organizations

  • Defence Science and Technology Group

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Australia
  • Casualties
  • Chemical Biological Radiological And Nuclear Defense
  • Cloud Cover
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Computers
  • Emergencies
  • Explosives
  • Graphical User Interface
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Hazards
  • Materials
  • Radioactive Materials
  • Radiological Weapons
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapons

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Atmospheric Science / Meteorology, specifically Wind Wave Turbulence.
  • Aviation Safety Risk Assessment.
  • Industrial Economics