Periodic reviews of structural integrity of gas-cooled reactors

Nuclear Electric operates 12 gas-cooled reactor power stations which have been in service for between 5 and 30 years. Periodieally, comprehensive reviews of the safety cases are carried out for each station. The approach followed in these reviews in respect of structural integrity is outlined with t...

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Published in:	The International journal of pressure vessels and piping Vol. 61; no. 1; pp. 117 - 122
Main Authors:	Banks, P.J., Stokoe, T.Y., Thomas, D.L.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Oxford Elsevier Ltd 1995 Elsevier
Subjects:	Applied sciences Energy Energy. Thermal use of fuels Exact sciences and technology Fission nuclear power plants Installations for energy generation and conversion: thermal and electrical energy Revision Irradiation defect Inspection Pressure vessel Oxidation Safety Cooling by gas Nuclear reactor
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Summary:	Nuclear Electric operates 12 gas-cooled reactor power stations which have been in service for between 5 and 30 years. Periodieally, comprehensive reviews of the safety cases are carried out for each station. The approach followed in these reviews in respect of structural integrity is outlined with the use of illustrative examples.
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ISSN:	0308-0161 1879-3541
DOI:	10.1016/0308-0161(94)P3705-Q