Rapid radiation source detection for emergency responders
In radiological emergencies, speed is everything. Traditional search methods for lost or unsecured radioactive sources are slow, resource-heavy, and often dangerous. QkRad revolutionizes emergency response by enabling first responders to locate radioactive sources in real time using equipment they already carry, significantly improving safety and operational efficiency. QkRad is integrated into the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) platform, augmenting operators existing equipment and situational awareness tools to enhance their ability to localize radiation sources in real time.
QkRad is engineered specifically for the people who answer the call during radiological emergencies. Whether you are dealing with a lost source, a transportation accident, or a suspected dirty bomb, QkRad empowers your team with the tools they need to:
Immediate detection and localization of radioactive sources.
Reduce exposure times for personnel and the public.
Intuitive interface designed for ease-of-use in high-pressure situations.
Fully functional in mobile, field, or drone-based operations.
Traditional search methods can take hours or even days.
Requires significant manpower and coordination.
Lack of real-time feedback can lead to operational blind spots.
Prolonged exposure to radiation for responders and the public.
Deploy multiple detectors in a distributed array within minutes.
Continuously capture and map radiation levels.
Proprietary algorithms analyze radiation data to identify and locate sources passively.
Real-time display of source location, intensity, and confidence levels integrated into the TAK ecosystem.
Accelerates search and detection of radioactive sources
Reduces exposure risk for personnel and the publicrty
Minimizes operational downtime during incidents
Provides real-time situational awareness using TAK
Simplifies complex search operations with intuitive interface
Improves decision-making with precise source localization
No new gear to carry – uses existing radiation detectors and equipment already carried by radiological emergency response personnel
Integration with the TAK platform used by first responders and military personnel
Real-time data acquisition and processing via ATAK-CBRN and other sources
Real-time data acquisition and processing via ATAK-CBRN and other sources
Automated source localization and mapping
Operates in diverse and challenging environments
Secure data management and transmission
Scalable for handheld, vehicle-mounted and drone-based platforms
Lost or orphaned source recovery
Transportation accidents involving radiological materials
Radiological dispersal device (RDD) incident response
Security sweeps and monitoring for special events or high-risk areas
Nuclear facility perimeter monitoring
Security sweeps and monitoring for special events or high-risk areas
QkRad has been successfully demonstrated in real-world exercises simulating lost source recovery and radiological incident response. In every scenario, QkRad significantly reduced search time, minimized personnel exposure, and provided precise actionable intelligence.
Where lives and national security are at stake, QkRad provides unmatched speed and precision.
With a long-standing commitment to advanced analytics in security and defense, GTC Analytics brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and practical experience. QkRad is the product of years of focused research, extensive field testing, and close collaboration with emergency response professionals.
Get in touch with our team today to discuss how we can help solve your problems.
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