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Assessing and evaluating the energy and angular dependence of the Self-indicating Instant Radiation Alert Dosimeter (SIRAD)

Creator:

Bak, Alysse K.

Abstract:

The Self-indicating Instant Radiation Alert Dosimeter, SIRAD™, manufactured by JP Labs*, is a dosimeter that can be used by emergency response persoimel. It is a user-friendly, inexpensive, and disposable radiation dosimeter. It monitors high doses, 5-200 rads, of ionizing radiation. The card resembles the size of a credit card and...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

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(SIRAD). Abstract approved: Kathryn A. Higley The Self-indicating Instant Radiation Alert Dosimeter
An analysis of the prompt effects of an indoor, non-explosive radiological dispersal device utilizing cesium-137 or cobalt-60

Creator:

Melnick, Stefan T.

Abstract:

The advances in the nuclear sciences over the past sixty years have yielded many beneficial technologies and applications, such as power generation, food irradiation, and medical diagnostic devices and techniques. However, these advances have also allowed the advent of nuclear and radiological weapons. This paper will focus on one type...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis