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Dan White is a leading figure in the field of radiological survey and mapping, specializing in the deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for environmental monitoring and national security applications. His most notable contribution is the pioneering "Robotic Dispersal Technique for 35 GBq of 140La in an L-polygon Pattern" (2019), a landmark field trial conducted in partnership with Defence Research and Development Canada and Natural Resources Canada. This work demonstrated the first-ever large-scale, controlled dispersion of radioactive lanthanum-140 across a 3,200-meter L-shaped polygon, using UAVs to achieve precise, reproducible contamination patterns. The study provided critical validation for aerial survey methodologies, enabling accurate mapping of dispersed radioactivity over complex terrain. While his most-cited paper has garnered 5 citations, its impact is profound within defense and emergency response communities, setting a standard for realistic field exercises. White’s research bridges robotics, nuclear physics, and geospatial analysis, offering essential tools for rapid post-incident assessment and advancing Canada’s capabilities in radiological threat mitigation.
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- 1Robotic Dispersal Technique for 35 GBq of 140La in an L-polygon Pattern5 citations · 2019