Single-component microcomputer network provides data-acquisition shelf-monitor system for special nuclear material real-time inventory

Journal Article · Thu Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1979 · IEEE Trans. Nucl. Sci.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1109/TNS.1979.4329707· OSTI ID:6783150

Ethridge, C D; Kuckertz, T H; Nicholson, N

Special nuclear material in long-term storage in a vault is an attractive target for a diverter. A shelf-monitor system has been designed that will enable constant surveillance of this material using a variety of sensors. A single-component microcomputer collects data from a GM tube that monitors gamma emissions and from a scale that monitors the total weight of the container and contents. A network of the microcomputer shelf monitors reports that acquired data to a microcomputer for analysis, alarm if necessary, and storage. The objective of this research program has been to develop a reliable, inexpensive monitor network and associated data processing equipment capable of real-time monitoring. 8 figures.

• Research Organization: Los Alamos Scientific Lab., NM
• OSTI ID: 6783150
• Journal Information: IEEE Trans. Nucl. Sci.; (United States), Journal Name: IEEE Trans. Nucl. Sci.; (United States) Vol. NS-26:1; ISSN IETNA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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