Author(s)

J.C. Bernie, Ph. Renaud, H. Maubert & J.M. Metivier

Abstract

Although every precaution is taken about the use of nuclear energy, the occurrence of a major accident cannot be totally ruled out. The Institute of Protection and Nuclear Safety set up a Technical Crisis Centre to face such an eventuality. This centre is often tested through crisis exercises. In order to meet the needs in environmental consequences assessment of nuclear accidents a software called «ASTRAL» (technical assistance in post-accidental radioprotection) is under development. The software relies on a calculation module integrating the most recent advances in radioecology, a data base, and a Geographical Information System. It allows to : characterise the radioactive state of the environment, forecast its evolution in time and space, estim

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