PROSPECTS OF USING UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES FOR RADIATION MONITORING AND CONTROL IN UKRAINE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32689/maup.it.2024.2.12Keywords:
UAV, radiation monitoring, detectorsAbstract
The article explores the prospects of using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for radiation monitoring and control in Ukraine. It describes modern mobile platforms, their advantages and disadvantages, and the main challenges faced when using UAVs for radiation monitoring. The article highlights the experience of employing UAVs during the aftermath of nuclear accidents. It provides an analysis of current ionizing radiation detection technologies and presents examples of successful UAV applications for mapping contaminated areas. Additionally, the article discusses the prospects for the development of radiation monitoring in Ukraine using UAVs, emphasizing the need for further research in this field to ensure effective radiation risk management.
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