Download or read book Specific Considerations in the Assessment of the Status of the National Nuclear Infrastructure for a New Research Reactor Programme written by IAEA and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2021-06-17 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The assessment approach described in this publication provides a comprehensive means to determine the status of the infrastructure conditions relevant to all issues detailed in IAEA Nuclear Energy Series No. NP-T-5.1, Specific Considerations and Milestones for a Research Reactor Project. This approach can be used by any interested Member State for self-assessment to identify weaknesses and to determine the additional work needed to develop its national nuclear infrastructure for research reactor programme to an appropriate level. Member States planning to embark on both a research reactor programme and a nuclear power programme, may refer to this publication to ensure that the approach and methodology for the implementation of both programmes is harmonized, efficient and effective.
Download or read book Specific Considerations in the Assessment of the Status of the National Nuclear Infrastructure for a New Research Reactor Programme written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by . This book was released on 2021-08-31 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The assessment approach described in this publication provides a comprehensive means to determine the status of the infrastructure conditions relevant to all issues detailed in IAEA Nuclear Energy Series No. NP-T-5.1, Specific Considerations and Milestones for a Research Reactor Project.
Download or read book Specific Considerations and Guidance for the Establishment of Ionizing Radiation Facilities written by IAEA and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2023-04-17 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Various nuclear techniques have led to opportunities to enhance quality of life through services offered by ionizing radiation facilities (IRFs). National nuclear institutions, universities, medical centres, and private companies have established and used IRFs not only for research and development purposes but also for the provision of commercial services and goods. This publication provides guidance for organizations and institutions working on IRF projects to enable them to undertake them in a well-organized manner. It includes considerations for a feasibility study, provides detailed methodologies on how to assess the status of the necessary infrastructure, and aims to help Member States as well as their respective organizations to understand their commitments and obligations associated with an IRF project. It is intended to be used by managers, staff, decision makers at the national level and other stakeholders at institutions that are seeking or supporting the establishment of an IRF.
Download or read book Specific Considerations and Milestones for a Research Reactor Project written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A research reactor is an extraordinary tool that can contribute to a country's scientific resources, improve health care, and help to increase industrial and agricultural productivity, if it is appropriately conceived, managed and supported. This requires a strong policy and technical infrastructure, and management of long term financial liabilities. This publication sets out the four phases for a research reactor project with their associated milestones; starting with a careful assessment of the need for the research reactor, the issues it raises and the measures to address them. The publication provides a framework for self-assessment of readiness for a research reactor project and the resource requirements that it will impose. The guidance provided in this publication, will be helpful for decision makers from governments, operating organizations and regulatory bodies as well as project sponsors and planners.
Download or read book Milestones in the Development of a National Infrastructure for Nuclear Power written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by IAEA Nuclear Energy. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development and implementation of an appropriate infrastructure to support the successful introduction of nuclear power and its safe, secure, peaceful and sustainable application is an issue of central concern, especially for countries that are considering and planning their first nuclear power plant. In preparing the necessary nuclear infrastructure, there are several activities that need to be completed. These activities can be split into three progressive phases of development. This publication provides a description of the conditions expected to be achieved by the end of each phase to assist with the best use of resources. 'Milestones' refer to the conditions necessary to demonstrate that the phase has been successfully completed.
Download or read book Infrastructure and Methodologies for the Justification of Nuclear Power Programmes written by Agustin Alonso and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2012-01-19 with total page 1024 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The potential development of any nuclear power programme should include a rigorous justification process reviewing the substantial regulatory, economic and technical information necessary for implementation, given the long term commitments involved in any new nuclear power project. Infrastructure and methodologies for the justification of nuclear power programmes reviews the fundamental issues and approaches to nuclear power justification in countries considering nuclear new build or redevelopment.Part one covers the infrastructure requirements for any new nuclear power programme, with chapters detailing the role and responsibilities of government, regulatory bodies and nuclear operator and the need for human resources and technical capability at the national level. Part two focuses on issues relevant to the justification process, including nuclear safety, radiation protection and emergency planning. Current designs and advanced reactors and radioactive waste management are also considered, along with the economic, social and environmental impacts of nuclear power development. Part three reviews the development of nuclear power programme, from nuclear power plant site selection and licensing, through construction and operation, and on to decommissioning. Finally, a series of valuable appendices detail the UK experience of justification, nuclear safety culture and training, and the multinational design evaluation programme (MDEP).With its distinguished editor and expert team of contributors, Infrastructure and methodologies for the justification of nuclear power programmes is an essential reference for international and national stakeholders in this field, particularly governmental, non-governmental and regulatory bodies, nuclear power operators and consultants. Offers a comprehensive analysis of the infrastructure and methodologies required to justify the creation of nuclear power programmes in any country Provides coverage of the main issues and potential benefit linked to nuclear power Reviews the implementation of a nuclear power programme with particular reference to the requirements and methods involved in construction
Download or read book Evaluation of the Status of National Nuclear Infrastructure Development written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication provides a holistic approach to evaluate progress in the development of the nuclear power infrastructure based on the guidance contained in the IAEA Nuclear Energy Series No. NG G 3.1 Milestones in the Development of a National Infrastructure for Nuclear Power. It can be used by a Member State itself wishing to evaluate its progress (self evaluation) or as a basis for an integrated nuclear infrastructure review (INIR) mission. This revised version combines in one document an explanation of the methodology and the evaluation tables takes into account all new material and lessons learned from the Fukushima Daiichi accident and presents the results of the INIR missions implemented between 2009 and 2014.
Download or read book Review of DOE s Nuclear Energy Research and Development Program written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2008-05-01 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There has been a substantial resurgence of interest in nuclear power in the United States over the past few years. One consequence has been a rapid growth in the research budget of DOE's Office of Nuclear Energy (NE). In light of this growth, the Office of Management and Budget included within the FY2006 budget request a study by the National Academy of Sciences to review the NE research programs and recommend priorities among those programs. The programs to be evaluated were: Nuclear Power 2010 (NP 2010), Generation IV (GEN IV), the Nuclear Hydrogen Initiative (NHI), the Global Nuclear Energy Partnership (GNEP)/Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative (AFCI), and the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) facilities. This book presents a description and analysis of each program along with specific findings and recommendations. It also provides an assessment of program priorities and oversight.
Download or read book Technical Requirements in the Bidding Process for a New Research Reactor written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interest in developing research reactor programmes has grown significantly in recent years. Currently, a significant number of Member States are in different stages of new research reactor projects. The majority of them are building their first research reactor as as a key national installation for the development of their nuclear science and technology programmes. In this context, this publication has been developed to assist Member States in the preparation of the technical requirements for the bidding process of a new research reactor. The publication addresses the preparation phase of the bidding process and discusses criteria that may be used in the evaluation of the bids. The guidance applies to all reactor types and technologies and it does not recommend a specific reactor type or technology or a specific design. However, it is assumed that the publication will be used by a Member State that has made a commitment to build a safe, sustainable, robust design and easy maintainable research reactor. The guidance provided in the publication is primarily oriented to Member States building their first research reactor; however, such guidance could also be useful for the bidding process of subsequent reactors.
Download or read book Project Management in Construction of Research Reactors written by IAEA and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2024-02-16 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing a comprehensive overview of project management for the construction of research reactors, this publication gives guidance to Member States on the best practices that will assist in the realization of that phase of a research reactor deployment project. Member States planning to embark on a research reactor program together with a nuclear power program may also refer to this publication to ensure that the approach and methodology for the implementation of both is harmonized, efficient and effective.
Download or read book Nuclear Reactor Technology Assessment for Near Term Deployment written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2013 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Given the increasing interest in the near term deployment of new nuclear power plants, IAEA Member States have requested guidance on the process of evaluating and selecting available technology options. Reactor technology assessment enables the evaluation, selection, and deployment of the best technology to meet the objectives of a nuclear power programme. This publication demonstrates how reactor technology assessment is performed and how the process and results of this work enable decision making in nuclear power planning. The approach also provides decision makers with the documentation necessary to support their conclusions.
Download or read book Reducing the Use of Highly Enriched Uranium in Civilian Research Reactors written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-02-12 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The continued presence of highly enriched uranium (HEU) in civilian installations such as research reactors poses a threat to national and international security. Minimization, and ultimately elimination, of HEU in civilian research reactors worldwide has been a goal of U.S. policy and programs since 1978. Today, 74 civilian research reactors around the world, including 8 in the United States, use or are planning to use HEU fuel. Since the last National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine report on this topic in 2009, 28 reactors have been either shut down or converted from HEU to low enriched uranium fuel. Despite this progress, the large number of remaining HEU-fueled reactors demonstrates that an HEU minimization program continues to be needed on a worldwide scale. Reducing the Use of Highly Enriched Uranium in Civilian Research Reactors assesses the status of and progress toward eliminating the worldwide use of HEU fuel in civilian research and test reactors.
Download or read book Applications of Research Reactors written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2014 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication is a comprehensive study that reviews the current situation in a great number of applications of research reactors. It revises the contents of IAEA TECDOC-1234, The Applications of Research Reactors, giving detailed updates on each field of research reactor uses worldwide. Reactors of all sizes and capabilities can benefit from the sharing of current practices and research enabled via this updated version, which describes the requirements for practicing methods as diverse as neutron activation analysis, education and training, neutron scattering and neutron imaging, silicon doping and radioisotope production, material/fuel irradiation and testing, and some others. Many underutilised research reactors can learn how to diversify their technical capabilities, staff and potential commercial partners and users seeking research reactor services and products. The content of the publication has also been strengthened in terms of current issues facing the vast majority of research reactors by including sections describing user and customer relations as well as strategic planning considerations.
Download or read book Safety of Research Reactors written by and published by IAEA. This book was released on 2005 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Establishes requirements for all areas of the safety of research reactors, with particular emphasis on requirements for design and operation. This publication covers the lifetime of research reactor facilities, from site evaluation to design and construction, commissioning, operation, including utilization and modification, and decommissioning.
Download or read book Evaluation of the Status of National Nuclear Infrastructure Development written by IAEA and published by . This book was released on 2009-06-30 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes an evaluation approach to determine a Member State's status in implementing the infrastructure areas necessary for a nuclear power plant project. It has been written to be used by any interested Member State for self-evaluation as well as for external reviews with the participation of the IAEA and of independent external experts.
Download or read book Strategic Environmental Assessment for Nuclear Power Programmes written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2019-02-04 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication provides practical guidance for performing strategic environmental assessments (SEAs) for nuclear power programmes. It incorporates the latest knowledge and draws on best practices in conducting SEAs. Based on inputs from SEA experts from across the world, it lays down an effective SEA process that contributes to: strengthening decision making for nuclear power programmes; achieving environmentally sound and sustainable development; and improving good governance and building public trust and confidence in decision-making. Importantly, SEA for nuclear power programmes can ensure effective communication with the public and other stakeholders. Consequently, significant emphasis is placed on stakeholder engagement and public participation. Further, appropriate tools for assessment and quality review are presented for all stages of the SEA process.
Download or read book Evaluation of the Status of National Nuclear Infrastructure Development written by International Atomic Energy Agency and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A nuclear power programme is a major undertaking requiring careful planning, preparation and investment in time and human resources. While nuclear power is not alone in this respect, it needs careful consideration because of the issues associated with the possession and handling of nuclear material. The development of a nuclear power programme entails attention to many complex and interrelated issues over a long duration. While the introduction of a nuclear power programme involves a commitment of at least 100 years to maintain a sustainable national infrastructure through operation, decommissioning and waste disposal. The IAEA supports the safe and peaceful use of nuclear power by providing standards, guidance, reviewsand assessments, inspections and assistance related to: technology, safety and security and safeguards. The IAEA publication Milestones in the Development of a National Infrastructure for Nuclear Power describes the detailed infrastructure needed to support these three areas, in order to support the safe, reliable and peaceful use of nuclear power. This publication is intended to complement the information presented in the Milestones publication by providing an approach for evaluating the status of a Member State against each of the infrastructure issues. It is considered essential that people involved in developing the infrastructure read and fully assimilate the guidance of the Milestones publication before considering this evaluation approach. The scope of this publication includes evaluation of both the ’hard' (grid, facilities, etc.) and ’soft' (legal,regulatory, training, etc.) infrastructure issues needed for a nuclear power programme. Each of these issues is discussed in the Milestones publication, and a means of evaluating the status of each of the 19 infrastructure issues is provided for both phase 1 and phase 2 in the development of a nuclear power programme. The results of the evaluation include the evidence to demonstrate that: All of the work required in the phase leading up to the milestone has been adequately completed; The plans for the following phase are comprehensive and realistic. This publication should be used as information to a Member State on how to evaluate the progress of its infrastructure development to establish a nuclear power programme, and hence its readiness to move to the next phase, and any actions required to do so. Neither this publication nor the Milestones publication are intended to provide a comprehensive description of how to create the entire infrastructure needed for a nuclear power programme.
