Argon announces new gamma probe for Ludlum's radiation detection system base unit
The British provider of simulated CBRN training solutions, Argon Electronics, has announced the launch of their new Sensitive Gamma DT-726 Probe SIM for the RDS AN/PDR-83-SIM radiation detection system.
Posting on LinkedIn, Argon said that the new probe is the latest addition to their growing range of interchangeable simulation probes for Ludlum Measurements' radiation detection system base unit.
"It provides realistic sensitive gamma detection training without the need for live radioactive sources," she said, adding that it is fully compatible with the radiation detection system base unit and PlumeSIM, giving instructors even greater flexibility to deliver safe, realistic radiological training.
Key features of the probe include the simulation of user body shielding for source location, realistic representation of different shielding effects, no regular calibration, no preventive maintenance and compatibility with other Argon radiological simulators.
Inverse square law response
Argon Electronics writes that you can "hot connect" and disconnect the simulation just like the real instrument, without any need to turn the simulation RDS AN/PDR-83-SIM base unit off.
Furthermore, they write that the "inverse square law response is highly realistic, and the effects of shielding between the probe and base unit are accurately simulated to support precise source location".
"This enables you to ensure that survey teams clearly understand how to interpret their instruments and how to respond effectively in an emergency."
The simulation RDS Sensitive Gamma Probe is fully compatible with PlumeSIM, Argon’s live field and tabletop CBRN exercise system. PlumeSIM enables real-time, instrumented wide-area exercises for nuclear, hazmat and chemical warfare scenarios. Multiple types of simulation devices can be deployed together, all responding in real time to simulated hazards to deliver highly realistic tactical training.
