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 be 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, 2019
Source ID
cee19eb7a5064b57963d718ee59abbe7

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Nuclear and Radiation Engineering.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites
  • Space - Space Objects

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