Environmental Radiation Monitoring in Crisis Situations
Advanced Solutions for Nuclear Safety
In the event of a nuclear accident or radiological emergency, protecting populations and the environment requires rapid and independent assessment of gamma dose rates. Effective nuclear emergency preparedness and response (EPR) systems must be robust, mobile, easy and fast to install and capable of operating autonomously for months, even in extreme conditions, help to mitigate nuclear risks and support emergency response efforts.
Case Studies in Radiological Crisis Management
- 1. Implementation of a complete mobile radiation monitoring system for EDF’s FARN.
- 2. Protect people and the environment with the GammaTRACER XL2-2.
- 3. Bertin offers a complete autonomous system for environmental radiation monitoring for Armenia.
- 4. Bertin equips Bosnia and Herzegovina with a complete system for environmental radiation monitoring.
- Conclusion: Key Components of an Effective Emergency System for Gamma Dose Rate Monitoring.
Bertin Technologies' Advanced Fast-Running Nuclear Emergency Tools
Reactivity and Resistance
to Extreme Conditions
The Fukushima disaster in 2011 highlighted the need to enhance regulatory control for nuclear power plants and improve nuclear safety measures. Safety protocols have been revised to incorporate systems capable of withstanding severe weather conditions and failures in communication and power networks. The SpectroTRACER is engineered for uninterrupted, maintenance-free monitoring, designed to endure harsh environmental conditions and maintain functionality during communication and power disruptions, crucial for managing Severe Accident (SA) scenarios.
Mobile and Autonomous Monitoring
During a nuclear crisis, mobile and self-sufficient radiation monitoring systems are vital. These systems must be capable of measuring, recording, and transmitting gamma dose rates continuously, even when communication and power infrastructure are compromised. The GammaTRACER Spider, a rapidly deployable, autonomous, and robust probe, is ideally suited for operation in extreme conditions, ensuring effective mobile monitoring during nuclear emergencies and supporting Contamination estimation. Data is transmitted emergency proof via satellite.
Exceptional Autonomy
The autonomy of radiological monitoring systems is crucial for ensuring continuous surveillance without interruption. Solutions based on long-life batteries and solar panels allow for unlimited power supply, even in remote areas or during extended missions. This enables reliable and precise monitoring, essential for managing radiological risks. The GammaTRACER XL2 ensures continuous, autonomous gamma radiation monitoring with up to 10 years of battery life, low power probes, and unlimited operation via solar panels, making it perfect for remote or long-term deployments.
Redundant Data
Transmission
To guarantee the availability of measurement data during public network failures, systems must incorporate redundant data transmission modules utilizing technologies such as satellite and GSM. This ensures secure and reliable data transmission even in adverse conditions, supporting strategic restraint. All types of the GammaTRACER XL2 line, equipped with redundant data transmission capabilities via GSM and satellite, maintains dependable communication and ensures continuous access to measurement data, even when public networks are compromised.