scholarly journals Evaluating application of fractal analysis of environmental radiation monitoring data for description of characteristics of radionuclides migration in the topsoil of the observation area of JSC "SSC RIAR"

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 46-55
Author(s):  
T.V. Sharapova ◽  
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A.A. Tuzov ◽  
T.E. Teplova ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Distribution ◽  
Food Chain ◽  
Fractal Analysis ◽  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Radiation Monitoring ◽  
External Exposure ◽  
Environmental Radiation ◽  
The Public ◽  
Observation Area ◽  
Topsoil Layer

The authors present their technique to describe characteristics of radionuclides migration in the topsoil. The developed method is based on the fractal analysis of spatial patterns. For the qualitative analysis Cs-137 and Sr-90 in the topsoil layer was measured. These radionuclides were selected for analysis due to their long half-life and the ability to be easily included in the food chain, that can cause internal or external exposure of the public to the radionuclides. Abnormal diffusion of the radionuclides detected with the use of the fractal analysis speaks on non-classical spatial distribution of the radionuclides. The technique allows improvement of radioenvironmental monitoring program.

scholarly journals An IoT LoRaWAN Network for environmental radiation monitoring

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-1
Author(s):  
L. Gallego Manzano ◽  
H. Boukabache ◽  
S. Danzeca N. Heracleous ◽  
F. Murtas ◽  
D. Perrin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Monitoring ◽  
Environmental Radiation

scholarly journals Citizen radiation monitoring program for the TMI area

1981 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.J. Baratta ◽  
B.G. Gricar ◽  
W.A. Jester
Keyword(s):  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Radiation Monitoring

scholarly journals Separation Methods of TLD Dose Components for Environmental Radiation Monitoring.

1994 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 399-409 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yus R. AKHMAD ◽  
Yukimasa IKEBE ◽  
Michikuni SHIMO ◽  
Takao IIDA ◽  
Haruo OBAYASHI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Monitoring ◽  
Environmental Radiation

scholarly journals A critical look at UNEP reports concerning depleted uranium on Yugoslav territory

2005 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-90
Author(s):  
Marko Ninkovic ◽  
Ruzica Glisic
Keyword(s):  
Radiation Protection ◽  
Dose Level ◽  
Depleted Uranium ◽  
Reference Level ◽  
External Exposure ◽  
Dose Limit ◽  
Annual Dose ◽  
Uranium Contamination ◽  
The Public ◽  
Scientific Mission

A critical look at UNEP Reports concerning depleted uranium on Yugoslav territory is presented in this paper. The subjects of the analysis are summarized as remarks high-lighting the following three points: (a) those concerning the use of terms significant and insignificant doses (risks), (b) those concerning the use of 1 mSv as a border between these two risk types and (c) those concerning the composition of ex pert UNEP Teams investigating the depleted uranium issue. To start with, the assumption that it should be possible to express the risks (con sequences) caused by the in take of depleted uranium ( by ingestion/ inhalation and/ or external exposure) to b and g rays from depleted uranium as insignificant or significant for comparison purposes is, in our view, in collision with the linear non thresh old hypothesis, still valid in the radiation protection field. Secondly, the limit of 1 mSv per year as a reference dose level between insignificant and significant risks (con sequences) is not accept able in the case of military depleted uranium contamination. This is because the reference level of 1 mSv, according to the ICRP Recommendation, can be used in the optimization of radiation protection as an additional annual dose limit for members of the public solely for useful practices. Military usage of depleted uranium can not be classified as being useful for both sides - the culprit and the victim alike. Our third objection concerns the composition of ex pert UNEP teams for Kosovo (Desk Assessment Group, Scientific Reviewer Group, and UNEP Scientific Mission) as not being representative enough, bearing in mind all UN member-countries. This last objection may be rather difficult to understand for any one viewing it from the perspective other than that of the victims.

scholarly journals Environmental monitoring of radioactive and non-radioactive constituents in the vicinity of WIP

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 269-276
Author(s):  
P. Thakur ◽  
J. Monk ◽  
J. L. Conca
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Monitoring ◽  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Department Of Energy ◽  
Disposal Site ◽  
State University ◽  
Chemical Contaminants ◽  
The Public ◽  
New Mexico State University ◽  
The Us ◽  
Waste Repositories

Abstract The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP), a US Department of Energy (DOE) facility, is a deep geologic transuranic waste disposal site designed for the safe disposal of transuranic (TRU) wastes generated from the US defense program. Monitoring is a key component of the development and operation of any nuclear repository and is important to the WIPP performance assessment. Initial concerns over the release of radioactive and chemical contaminants from the WIPP led to various monitoring programs, including the independent, academic-based WIPP environmental monitoring (WIPP-EM) program conducted by the New Mexico State University (NMSU) Carlsbad Environmental Monitoring and Research Center (CEMRC) located in Carlsbad, NM. The mission of CEMRC is to develop and implement an independent health and environmental monitoring program in the vicinity of WIPP and make the results easily accessible to the public and all interested parties. Under the WIPP-EM program constituents monitored include: (1) selected radionuclides, elements, and ions of interest in air, soil, vegetation, drinking water, surface water and sediment from within a 100-mile radius of WIPP as well as in the air exiting the WIPP exhaust shaft, and (2) internally deposited radionuclides in the citizenry living within a 100-mile radius of WIPP. This article presents an evaluation of more than tens years of environmental monitoring data that informed the public that there is no evidence of increases in radiological contaminants in the region that could be attributed to releases from the WIPP. Such an extensive monitoring program and constant public engagement is an ideal model for all nuclear waste repositories anywhere in the world.

scholarly journals COVID-19 and Changes in Social Habits. Restaurant Terraces, a Booming Space in Cities. The Case of Madrid

Mathematics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (17) ◽  
pp. 2133
Author(s):  
Virgilio Pérez ◽  
Cristina Aybar ◽  
Jose M. Pavía
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Distribution ◽  
Social Behaviour ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Positive Response ◽  
The Public ◽  
Outdoor Spaces ◽  
The Social ◽  
Hospitality Sector ◽  
Social Habits ◽  
The City

The COVID-19 pandemic and the fear experienced by some of the population, along with the lack of mobility due to the restrictions imposed, has modified the social behaviour of Spaniards. This has had a significant effect on the hospitality sector, viewed as being an economic and social driver in Spain. From the analysis of data collected in two of our own non-probabilistic surveys (N ~ 8400 and N ~ 2000), we show how, during the first six months of the pandemic, Spaniards notably reduced their consumption in bars and restaurants, also preferring outdoor spaces to spaces inside. The restaurant sector has needed to adapt to this situation and, with the support of the authorities (regional and local governments), new terraces have been allowed on pavements and public parking spaces, modifying the appearance of the streets of main towns and cities. This study, focused on the city of Madrid, analyses the singular causes that have prompted this significant impact on this particular city, albeit with an uneven spatial distribution. It seems likely that the new measures will leave their mark and some of the changes will remain. The positive response to these changes from the residents of Madrid has ensured the issue is being widely debated in the public arena.

scholarly journals Approach to Urban Environmental Justice Using Exploratory Spatial Data Analysis. The Case of Valencia’s Monumental Trees

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (18) ◽  
pp. 7760
Author(s):  
Alfonso Gallego-Valadés ◽  
Francisco Ródenas-Rigla ◽  
Jorge Garcés-Ferrer
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Distribution ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Environmental Justice ◽  
Spatial Data ◽  
Urban Trees ◽  
Spatial Data Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Spatial Data Analysis ◽  
The Public ◽  
Object Of Study ◽  
The City

Environmental justice has been a relevant object of analysis in recent decades. The generation of patterns in the spatial distribution of urban trees has been a widely addressed issue in the literature. However, the spatial distribution of monumental trees still constitutes an unknown object of study. The aim of this paper was to analyse the spatial distribution of the monumental-tree heritage in the city of Valencia, using Exploratory Spatial Data Analysis (ESDA) methods, in relation to different population groups and to discuss some implications in terms of environmental justice, from the public-policy perspective. The results show that monumental trees are spatially concentrated in high-income neighbourhoods, and this fact represents an indicator of environmental inequality. This diagnosis can provide support for decision-making on this matter.

scholarly journals Establishment of a low dose rate gamma ray calibration field for environmental radiation monitoring devices

2019 ◽  
Vol 186 (4) ◽  
pp. 538-538
Author(s):  
Munehiko KOWATARI ◽  
Hiroshi YOSHITOMI ◽  
Sho NISHINO ◽  
Yoshihiko TANIMURA ◽  
Tetsuya OHISHI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dose Rate ◽  
Low Dose ◽  
Gamma Ray ◽  
Radiation Monitoring ◽  
Environmental Radiation ◽  
Low Dose Rate ◽  
Monitoring Devices
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