INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS OF RADIOISOTOPES

Duration: 57 min

Year Published: 1961

Creator: Atomic Energy Commission

Color: Color

Sound: Optical sound

Description: Surveys the current uses of radioisotopes throughout American industry. Describes and shows examples of three major areas of use--nuclear gauging (thickness, density, and level), radiography and tracing. Covered briefly are luminescence, static elimination, isotopic power, and uses of high-intensity radiation. Uses animation to explain basic principles. Includes examples of in-plant uses.