FLIR MUVE R430
The MUVE R430 is a radiation detector designed for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), used to detect, locate, measure, map, and identify radioactive sources from above. It flies on the Teledyne FLIR SkyRanger R70 and is integrated into the R70’s Mission Control Software, with visible and audible alerts that expedite response measures.
101.6 x 101.6 x 101.6 mm payload
Shielding.
Teledyne FLIR puts it plainly: time, distance, and shielding are key in radiation safety. The MUVE R430 can perform an initial assessment or create a contamination map while it is operated from a safe distance.
When dangerous conditions exist, or are anticipated, the R430 flies in for that initial assessment, reaching hard-to-reach places and environments while the operator stays back. It uses the same, familiar interface as the identiFINDER instruments.
Detect, locate, measure, map, identify
Teledyne FLIR describes the R430’s job in five verbs. Here is how an aerial survey comes together.
Detect
A NaI(Tl) cubic detector read by a silicon photomultiplier picks up gamma radiation emitted from natural occurrences in the environment, special nuclear material, industrial, or medical material.
1610 cps/µSv/h (Cs-137)
Locate
Quick deployment allows for rapid threat assessment even in areas where contamination would be difficult to access normally, while the operator stays at a safe distance.
Measure
Dose rate is measured across a wide span, and an energy compensated Geiger Müller tube serves as the high dose rate gamma detector.
Overload 10 mSv/h – 1 Sv/h
Map
The R430 can create a contamination map. It provides the Mission Control Software the data needed to give a complete view of the scene.
in Mission Control Software
Identify
The same detection and spectroscopic algorithms as the other identiFINDER instruments, with nuclide identification according to ANSI N42.42.
Library: SNM, IND, MED, NORM
Gamma, high-dose-rate and (on GN) neutron detection
The 101.6 x 101.6 x 101.6 mm payload pairs a spectroscopic NaI(Tl) detector with a Geiger Müller tube for high dose rates. On the Gamma/Neutron model, two moderated ZnS panels add neutron detection.
NaI(Tl) gamma detector
A cubic detector with silicon photomultiplier (SiPM), sourceless gain stabilisation and real time linearisation of gamma energy.
≤ 7% FWHM at 662 keV (20 °C)
1024 channels
Geiger Müller tube
An energy compensated Geiger Müller (GM) tube serves as the payload’s high dose rate gamma detector, alongside the NaI(Tl) spectroscopic detector.
Energy Compensated Geiger Müller (GM) Tube
ZnS neutron panels
Fitted to the Gamma/Neutron model only: two moderated ZnS panels for detection of neutron emissions.
Dose-rate coverage
Cs-137 · log scaleIllustration: bars are drawn on a logarithmic scale.
Gamma
- NaI(Tl) 45 x 45 x 45 mm cubic detector with SiPM
- Energy Compensated Geiger Müller (GM) Tube
- Energy range 20 keV - 3 MeV
Gamma/Neutron
- Everything in the Gamma model
- ZnS neutron detector, 27 x 58 x 5 mm moderated panels (2 each)
From the payload to the operator
The R430 is integrated into the SkyRanger R70’s Mission Control Software (MCS). Readings arrive as visible and audible alerts that expedite response measures, while the operator works from a safe distance.
MUVE R430
Detects, measures and identifies from above, with 8GB internal memory and on-board webserver software.
UAS interface port
Communication over USB-C and a UAS interface port.
SkyRanger R70 MCS
The R430 provides the Mission Control Software the data needed to give a complete view of the scene.
Visible & audible alerts
Alerts that expedite response measures, with the operator kept at a safe distance.
Data on board
- Communication
- USB-C, UAS interface port
- Data storage
- 8GB internal memory
- Software
- On-board webserver software
- Data file format
- According to ANSI N42.42
- Nuclide ID
- According to ANSI N42.42
Teledyne FLIR SkyRanger R70
The SkyRanger® R70 is the airframe for the R430. See the R70 on FarrWest.
Ask us about airframe compatibility for your fleet. View SkyRanger R70identiFINDER, in the sky
The R430 uses the same detection and spectroscopic algorithms as the other identiFINDER instruments, providing detection and identification of radioactive sources you can trust (Teledyne FLIR).
“The MUVE™ R430 brings the pedigree of the identiFINDER series of best-selling radionuclide identification devices to the sky.”
Teledyne FLIR
Teams already running identiFINDER handhelds or backpacks get the same, familiar interface from the air. Teledyne FLIR names three of them alongside the R430.
- Radionuclide Threat Monitoring
- Homeland Security
- Defense
- Nuclear Power Plants
- Mining
- Emergency response
- Environmental monitoring
- Surveying
MUVE R430 specs
| Technology | |
|---|---|
| Technology | Radionuclide identification device (RID); Gamma and Gamma/Neutron models |
| Detectors | |
| Gamma Detector – NaI(Tl) | 1.77 x 1.77 x 1.77 in (45 x 45 x 45 mm) cubic detector with silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) |
| High Dose Rate Gamma Detector | Energy Compensated Geiger Müller (GM) Tube |
| Neutron Detector – ZnS (GN Model only) | 27 x 58 x 5 mm moderated panels (2 each) |
| Performance | |
| Energy Range (Gamma) | 20 keV - 3 MeV |
| Gamma Sensitivity (Cs-137) | 1610 cps/µSv/h |
| Gamma Spectrum Length | 1024 channels |
| Typical Resolution | ≤ 7% FWHM at 662 keV (20 °C) |
| Stabilisation | Sourceless gain stabilisation |
| Linearisation | Real time linearisation of gamma energy |
| Dose rate (Cs-137) | |
|---|---|
| Dose Rate Range (Cs-137) | 10 µrem/h – 1 rem/h ± 10%, 100 nSv/h – 10 mSv/h ± 10% |
| Dose Rate Range ID Mode (Cs-137) | 0.1 µrem/h – 5mrem/h, 1 nSv/h – 50 µSv/h |
| Overload Dose Rate Range | 1 – 100 rem/h, 10 mSv/h – 1 Sv/h |
| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Sample Introduction | Absorption of EM gamma and neutron emissions |
| Threats | Detects neutron and gamma radiation emitted from natural occurrences in the environment, special nuclear material, industrial, or medical material |
| Nuclide Identification | According to ANSI N42.42 |
| Library Categories | SNM, IND, MED, NORM |
| Time to Identification | From a few seconds to a few minutes |
| Data | |
| Communication | USB-C, UAS interface port |
| Data Storage | 8GB internal memory |
| Software | On-board webserver software |
| Data File Format | According to ANSI N42.42 |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4 x 4 x 4 in (101.6 x 101.6 x 101.6 mm) |
| Weight | ≤ 2.0lbs (≤ 0.9 kg) |
| Enclosure and Protection | Injection moulded housing with overmould; rating IP67 according to IEC 60529 ; MIL STD 810G (Salt/Fog) compliant |
| Airframe | SkyRanger® R70 |
| Environment | |
| Operating Temperature | -22 to 140 °F (-30 to 60 °C) |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 93%, non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | 14 to 95 °F (-10 to 35 °C) |
| Service | |
| Service Interval | 5-year factory maintenance |
Neutron values apply to the Gamma/Neutron model.
Information & service
Download the official Teledyne FLIR MUVE R430 datasheet, or ask us for product information.
MUVE R430 datasheet
The official Teledyne FLIR Defense datasheet for your evaluation or procurement file.
Talk to usRequest a quote
Tell us about the area you need to survey, your airframe, and whether you need the Gamma or Gamma/Neutron model.
AirframeSkyRanger R70
The Teledyne FLIR airframe for the R430.
AirframeSkyRaider R80D
The second Teledyne FLIR airframe named for the R430.
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Buying from FarrWest
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Survey from above, from a safe distance
FarrWest quotes the MUVE R430 on request. Tell us the area you need to cover, the airframe you fly, and whether you need the Gamma or Gamma/Neutron model.