Management Of Ageing In Graphite Reactor Cores

Author : Gareth B Neighbour
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2007-10-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781847557742

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Management of Ageing in Graphite Reactor Cores by Gareth B Neighbour Pdf

Nuclear power currently contributes nearly a quarter of the electricity needs of the UK. Much of this is from nuclear reactor plants developed some fifty years ago. Consequently, in the next few decades, many of these reactors and components are coming to the end of their 'useful' life and strategies for the effective management of these decommissioned parts are paramount. Management of Ageing Processes in Graphite Reactor Cores discusses in detail both the scientific challenges and the issues involved in this subject. It begins with an introductory section on the fundamentals of reactor design and goes on to discuss graphite core behaviour under irradiation; graphite-component behaviour and its assessment; and whole core behaviour. The book concludes with a section on the lessons learned from decades of experience. Written by leading experts in the field, this high level book is ideal for both academia and industry, and would also be of relevance to policy makers and governments.

Author : Gareth B. Neighbour
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780854043453

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Management of Ageing in Graphite Reactor Cores by Gareth B. Neighbour Pdf

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Author : Gareth B. Neighbour
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781847559135

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Securing the Safe Performance of Graphite Reactor Cores by Gareth B. Neighbour Pdf

A comprehensive and up-to-date account of recent advances in securing safe performance of graphite-moderated nuclear reactors both within the UK and abroad.

Author : Philip G Tipping
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 944 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845699956

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Understanding and Mitigating Ageing in Nuclear Power Plants by Philip G Tipping Pdf

Plant life management (PLiM) is a methodology focussed on the safety-first management of nuclear power plants over their entire lifetime. It incorporates and builds upon the usual periodic safety reviews and licence renewals as part of an overall framework designed to assist plant operators and regulators in assessing the operating conditions of a nuclear power plant, and establishing the technical and economic requirements for safe, long-term operation. Understanding and mitigating ageing in nuclear power plants critically reviews the fundamental ageing-degradation mechanisms of materials used in nuclear power plant structures, systems and components (SSC), along with their relevant analysis and mitigation paths, as well as reactor-type specific PLiM practices. Obsolescence and other less obvious ageing-related aspects in nuclear power plant operation are also examined in depth. Part one introduces the reader to the role of nuclear power in the global energy mix, and the importance and relevance of plant life management for the safety regulation and economics of nuclear power plants. Key ageing degradation mechanisms and their effects in nuclear power plant systems, structures and components are reviewed in part two, along with routes taken to characterise and analyse the ageing of materials and to mitigate or eliminate ageing degradation effects. Part three reviews analysis, monitoring and modelling techniques applicable to the study of nuclear power plant materials, as well as the application of advanced systems, structures and components in nuclear power plants. Finally, Part IV reviews the particular ageing degradation issues, plant designs, and application of plant life management (PLiM) practices in a range of commercial nuclear reactor types. With its distinguished international team of contributors, Understanding and mitigating ageing in nuclear power plants is a standard reference for all nuclear plant designers, operators, and nuclear safety and materials professionals and researchers. Introduces the reader to the role of nuclear power in the global energy mix Reviews the fundamental ageing-degradation mechanisms of materials used in nuclear power plant structures, systems and components (SSC) Examines topics including elimination of ageing effects, plant design, and the application of plant life management (PLiM) practices in a range of commercial nuclear reactor types

Author : Gareth B. Neighbour
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781849733908

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Modelling and Measuring Reactor Core Graphite Properties and Performance by Gareth B. Neighbour Pdf

Gas-cooled, graphite-moderated nuclear reactors suffer ageing and degradation to the graphite during service posing a threat to the functionality of the core, and potentially, the safe operation of the reactor. Thus, the importance of modelling and measuring reactor core graphite properties and performance increases especially as continued use beyond the designed life time becomes significant. This book captures the proceedings from the third in a series of meetings addressing the extensive research and analysis performed to ensure the continuing safe performance of the graphite cores. Covering four broad themes: mechanistic; statistical; empirical; and, plant performance, this book should appeal to a broad range of readers from engineers and reactor operators to policy makers.

Author : Chung Deborah D L
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789813221925

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Carbon Materials: Science And Applications by Chung Deborah D L Pdf

Elemental carbon materials take numerous forms including graphite, carbon fiber, carbon nanotube, graphene, carbon black, activated carbon, fullerene and diamond. These forms differ greatly in the structure, properties, fabrication method, and applications. The applications of these carbon forms include electronic, electromagnetic, electrochemical, environmental and biomedical applications. Carbon materials are a subject of intense research, with strong relevance to both science and technology.This book provides a tutorial-style and up-to-date coverage of the carbon forms. In addition to an introductory chapter on carbon materials, the book includes chapters on graphite, graphene, carbon black, activated carbon, carbon fibers, and carbon nanofibers/nanotubes. For example, the chapter on graphite covers various materials in the graphite family, including polycrystalline graphite, pyrolytic graphite, turbostratic carbon, intercalated graphite, graphite oxide, exfoliated graphite and flexible graphite, in addition to their electronic and mechanical properties.This book is suitable for use as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in science and engineering, and as a reference book for professionals. It is dedicated to the memory of the author's PhD thesis advisor, Professor M S Dresselhaus (1930-2017) of Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Author : Vaidyanathan G.
Publisher : S. Chand Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9788121942409

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Nuclear Reactor Engineering (Principle and Concepts) by Vaidyanathan G. Pdf

The book exposes the student to the various facets of nuclear fuel cycle right from mining to waste disposal.It introduces the student to the heat transfer and fluid flow processes in different types of reactors viz. Pressurized Water Reactor, Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor, Boiling Water Reactor, Gas Cooled Reactors and Fast Reactors besides aspects of nuclear safety.To help the student in better understanding Figures and Tables have been provided at various places in the text.

Author : H.G. Ramos,A.L. Ribeiro
Publisher : IOS Press
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781614997672

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Electromagnetic Nondestructive Evaluation (XX) by H.G. Ramos,A.L. Ribeiro Pdf

Electromagnetic Nondestructive Evaluation (ENDE) provides an important method for assessing the condition of objects by observing the electromagnetic response to electric currents and/or magnetic fields introduced within them. Because it does not permanently alter the objects being tested, it is an invaluable tool for product evaluation, troubleshooting and research, and is employed in many fields from engineering and medicine to art. This volume presents selected papers from the International Workshop on Electromagnetic Nondestructive Evaluation (ENDE2016), held in Lisbon, Portugal, in September 2016. This 21st edition of the workshop focused on the theoretical and application research into methods of electromagnetic non-destructive evaluation and, like previous editions, provided a forum for exchanging ideas and discussing recent developments. The book is divided into 6 sections which cover advanced ENDE sensors; material characterization; new developments; analytical and numerical modeling; inverse problems; signal processing; monitoring and diagnosis of mechanical structures; and innovative industrial applications of ENDE. Providing an overview of recent research and developments in the field, the book will be of interest to all those involved in ENDE research or applying it in their work.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 4871 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780081028667

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Comprehensive Nuclear Materials by Anonim Pdf

Materials in a nuclear environment are exposed to extreme conditions of radiation, temperature and/or corrosion, and in many cases the combination of these makes the material behavior very different from conventional materials. This is evident for the four major technological challenges the nuclear technology domain is facing currently: (i) long-term operation of existing Generation II nuclear power plants, (ii) the design of the next generation reactors (Generation IV), (iii) the construction of the ITER fusion reactor in Cadarache (France), (iv) and the intermediate and final disposal of nuclear waste. In order to address these challenges, engineers and designers need to know the properties of a wide variety of materials under these conditions and to understand the underlying processes affecting changes in their behavior, in order to assess their performance and to determine the limits of operation. Comprehensive Nuclear Materials, Second Edition, Seven Volume Set provides broad ranging, validated summaries of all the major topics in the field of nuclear material research for fission as well as fusion reactor systems. Attention is given to the fundamental scientific aspects of nuclear materials: fuel and structural materials for fission reactors, waste materials, and materials for fusion reactors. The articles are written at a level that allows undergraduate students to understand the material, while providing active researchers with a ready reference resource of information. Most of the chapters from the first Edition have been revised and updated and a significant number of new topics are covered in completely new material. During the ten years between the two editions, the challenge for applications of nuclear materials has been significantly impacted by world events, public awareness, and technological innovation. Materials play a key role as enablers of new technologies, and we trust that this new edition of Comprehensive Nuclear Materials has captured the key recent developments. Critically reviews the major classes and functions of materials, supporting the selection, assessment, validation and engineering of materials in extreme nuclear environments Comprehensive resource for up-to-date and authoritative information which is not always available elsewhere, even in journals Provides an in-depth treatment of materials modeling and simulation, with a specific focus on nuclear issues Serves as an excellent entry point for students and researchers new to the field

Author : Elena Bichoutskaia
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-06-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781849732680

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Computational Nanoscience by Elena Bichoutskaia Pdf

Nanoscience is one of the most exciting areas of modern physical science as it encompasses a range of techniques rather than a single discipline. It stretches across the whole spectrum of science including: medicine and health, physics, engineering and chemistry. Providing a deep understanding of the behaviour of matter at the scale of individual atoms and molecules, it provides a crucial step towards future applications of nanotechnology. The remarkable improvements in both theoretical methods and computational techniques make it possible for modern computational nanoscience to achieve a new level of chemical accuracy. It is now a discipline capable of leading and guiding experimental efforts rather than just following others. Computational Nanoscience addresses modern challenges in computational science, within the context of the rapidly evolving field of nanotechnology. It satisfies the need for a comprehensive, yet concise and up-to-date, survey of new developments and applications presented by the world's leading academics. It documents major, recent advances in scientific computation, mathematical models and theory development that specifically target the applications in nanotechnology. Suitable for theoreticians, researchers and students, the book shows readers what computational nanoscience can achieve, and how it may be applied in their own work. The twelve chapters cover topics including the concepts behind recent breakthroughs, the development of cutting edge simulation tools, and the variety of new applications.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 782 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Power resources
ISBN : MSU:31293011519166

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Energy Research Abstracts by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arthur James Wells
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 870 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Bibliography, National
ISBN : UOM:39015066381453

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The British National Bibliography by Arthur James Wells Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 940 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Nuclear reactors
ISBN : UOM:39015023318176

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Reactor Core Materials by Anonim Pdf

Author : J. Sinnappan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015024796016

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Power Plant Systems/components Aging Management and Life Extension, 1991 by J. Sinnappan Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UVA:X006051521

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Radioactive Waste Management by Anonim Pdf