Evaluation of internal contamination levels after a radiological dispersal device using portal monitors

Evaluation of internal contamination levels after a radiological dispersal device using portal monitors

In the event of a radioactive dispersal device (RDD), the assessment of the internal contamination level of victims is necessary to determine if immediate medical follow-up is necessary. Thermo Scientific's TPM-903B Portal Monitor was investigated to determine if it is a suitable first cut scr...

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Main Author: Palmer, Randahl Christelle
Published: Georgia Institute of Technology 2011
Subjects:
Portal monitors
Internal contamination
Dose
RDD
Dirty bombs
Radioactive substances Detection
Radiation dosimetry
Radiation victims
Emergency management
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1853/37115

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