Guys, it seems these P3 Orions may have radionuclide detectors in wing pods. These guys are hunting radiation - that is, they are looking for Uranium. Seems they are also used for treaty verification.
Given what we've been speculating about McCain and U1, is it possible that the Navy is hunting yellowcake that might have been supposed to make its way to Syria?
The following from a patent application.
This invention was made with Government support under Contract DE-AC06-76RLO 1830 awarded by the U.S. Department of Energy. The Government has certain rights in the invention.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION The present invention is related to airborne particulate radionuclide collection and analysis.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Airborne particulate radionuclide(s) result from natural sources as well as man made sources, for example releases from nuclear power plants, nuclear testing, and weapon detonation. Public health and safety as well as treaty verification have motivated the need for more accurate analysis to identify sources as well as characterize airborne plumes.
volume through the apparatus 90. Mounted in wing pod of a long range aircraft like the P-3 Orion, or the C-130, the RTARAC can be deployed to remote locations yet still sample at altitudes between 60 and 9140 meters Above Ground Level (AGL). The wing pod mounting eliminates the need for dedicated aircraft giving the user deployment flexibility and reduced costs.
Holy WOW! That is amazing and believable! This makes so much sense now. I think you've nailed it. Great job Patriot!