Aerial Radiological Monitoring System. I. Theoretical Analysis, Design, and Operation of a Revised System
Abstract
The Division of Biology and Medicine (DBM), Atomic Energy Commission, requested that Edgerton, Germeshausen & Grier, Inc., perform a system analysis of the Aerial Radiological Monitoring Survey (ARMS) program. The objective of the analysis was to determine the feasibility of reducing the volume and the weight of the radiation-detection instrumentation and of making other possible improvements, including navigation and data reduction to yield ground- radiation-contour maps at a reduced operating cost. The present Division of Biology and Medicine-U. S. Geological Survey cooperative ARMS program is reviewed, and a philosophy of an optimum approach covering only the area of DBM interest is developed. The existing aerial radiometric measurement system is unsuitable in the light of present DBM requirements. The electronic design of a revised ARMS system is outlined in detail. Necessary modifications and accessories required with the aircraft are described. The envisioned integrated installation in a Beech Model 5OE aircraft is given. Operating procedures are developed for both normal survey conditions and disaster situations. Systems error is discussed on the basis of the accuracy required with the integrated system for radiation measurements and space positioning of the aircraft.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1961
- Accession Number
- ADA438311
Entities
People
- J. E. Hand
- J. G. Lackey
- R. F. Merian
Organizations
- EG&G