[ RadSafe ] Gamma measurements in planes

[John R Johnson]

Mattias

DU is used on most planes. It is also used in the keels of some boats. The
emitted alphas, low energy photons and beta ray do not result in a
significant dose to passengers and would not affect any dosimeter reading.

John


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Sent: December 16, 2006 10:14 AM
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Subject: [ RadSafe ] Gamma measurements in planes


There has been some writing about dose rate measurements in planes. I
seem to recall that DU can be used as ballast in planes. Even though not
exceptionally active, I suppose that could affect measurements somewhat
inside a plane!

Mattias Olsson
PhD, Nuclear chemistry
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