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Method, apparatus, and systems for remotely monitoring the location and usage history of radioactive materials stored with a shielded container or overpack

  • US 8,237,575 B2
  • Filed: 10/24/2008
  • Issued: 08/07/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/25/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A device for reporting information regarding a shielded container and first radioactive source contained within the shielded container, the device comprising:

  • a global positioning system (GPS) device, the GPS device comprising an antenna and a receiver;

    a wireless communication device;

    a first sensor configured to detect the presence of the first radioactive source within the shielded container;

    an external shield configured to inhibit a detection of a second radioactive source located in a position other than within the shielded container; and

    a first processor coupled to each of the GPS device, the wireless communication device and the radiation sensor.

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