DESIGN AND REVIEW OF STRUCTURES FOR PROTECTION FROM FALLOUT GAMMA RADIATION
The formation, distribution, and biological effects of fallout are reviewed. Design features of structures for protection against fallout gamma radiation are described. Factors affecting gamma dose rate, shielding geometry, special shielding problems, and ventilation in shelters are discussed. Calculations are presented of the gamma dose from fallout for simple underground shelters, simple aboveground shelters, basement shelters, upper-story shelters, and compartmentalized structures. Charts for use in shielding calculations are included. (C.H.)
- Research Organization:
- Office of Civil Defense, Washington, D.C.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-17-029121
- OSTI ID:
- 4694271
- Report Number(s):
- NP-12762
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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