Radiation detection drones
The sky is not the limit
Flexible to use, accurate in measurements. Radiation detection drones can very precisely map aerial radiation values over a nuclear site or larger area without human intervention.
Flexibility and real-time information
How does this work exactly? A so-called scintillation counter is attached to the drone. The major benefit of drones lies in their flexibility. Drones allow us to chart every last nook and cranny, which is something we cannot achieve using measurements carried out by hand or from a helicopter. In contrast to traditional measurement techniques, the information is actually already being received while the drone is still in the air. We therefore receive information in real-time from a larger number of specific locations.
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BUDDAWAK & future plans
The BUDDAWAK project was defined as an industrial demonstration project, started in autumn 2020 and combined the unique expertise of SABCA in aeronautics and SCK CEN in the nuclear field to establish new opportunities and standards in radiological measurements with uncrewed aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones.
Beyond the results achieved in this project, the expertise gained during the project has fostered a strong sense of confidence within SABCA and SCK CEN. They are confident that, by using the systems developed during the project or leveraging the expertise gained to create customized solutions, they can effectively address any inquiries regarding radiological monitoring in the outdoor environment using Uncrewed Aerial Systems. Furthermore, they can conduct these missions safely even in complex and challenging environments.
🔗 Click through to consult the overall result of the BUDDAWAK project.