Television System Study for Accident Recovery : Phase I Page: II

                                
ABSTRACT

A previous study of equipment necessary for clean-up following a
nuclear accident indicated a need for a portable television system capable
of operating in hazardous environments during recovery operations. A
system to accomplish this is described and justified in this study. Four
television cameras will be used for coverage, with three radiation-
tolerant and environmental-resistant cameras to be used in and around
the source, and one standard environmental-resistant camera to be used
for general area surveillance. All cameras will be controlled at a remote
control monitor console located up to 2100 feet from the cameras. Further
separation from the camera control units of from five to ten miles is
possible through the use of lightweight, portable, one-way microwave
systems. The standard camera may be used, hand-held, aboard air-
borne platforms and linked to the monitors by microwave. An intercom
system will provide communications between wire-connected cameras
and control area. Monitor viewing is provided for use at the camera,
if necessary, and at the control area. A three-dimensional viewing
adapter will permit the utilization of two radiation-tolerant cameras in
a configuration that will provide a depth perception viewing capability.
A video and audio tape recorder, plus still and motion picture cameras
will be available for recording of scenes and intercom channel for real-
time viewing or data storage. A vehicle is proposed to allow remote
camera positioning from the control area, thereby eliminating the need
for personnel in the hazardous environment. Design criteria, final
system design and equipment lists are included.