Computerized High-Tech Exploration Robot for Radiological Ground Surveys, Nuclear Area Observation, Radioactive Material Detection and Handling, Award: 1st Runner Up (ICEP-2022 International Conference), Dhaka, Bangladesh

Abstract

To support everyday operations in the nuclear industry worldwide, complete surveys during emergencies, complete remote environmental monitoring, identification and handling of radioactive source the collection and interpretation of radiation readings are of utmost significance. There is a strong impetus to utilize remotely controlled robots to collect radiological measurements throughout due to the need to minimize any risks associated with the manual collection of radiological measurements in reactor and to adhere to the principles of ALARP. By avoiding delays during planned outages and managing some tasks while the reactor is operating, robots may assist enhance plant availability. In our design, the robot is controlled by a joystick, and a receiver within the car receives data from the NRF24L01 module. Accordingly, the motors' speed is controlled. To calculate μSv/h and count cpm, we used Geiger Counter Kit Nuclear Radiation Detector Gamma Ray Build Radiation Monitoring Station. We send these data to the ThingSpeak channel using a microcontroller, after which we generate a .csv file. We read this .csv file using Python, and then we develop a radiation map. If the cpm and dosage exceed the allowable background radiation level, we may also alert our authorities by utilizing the IFTTT protocol. Using an ESP32 cam feed to see the surroundings, we control our robotic arm and intelligently handle radioactive substances.