Tuesday 6 December 2011

Nuclear Reactor Evolution


Developed in 50's and 60's of previous century
  • Based on general industry standards
  • Only a limited number still in operation

Designed in the 70's
  • Based on specific nuclear safety standards
  • Safety ensured mainly by active systems
  • Safety ensured generally within the design basis envelope
  • Extensively used currently in the world

Design in line with the 21st century safety standards
  • Design favorable for operation
  • Extended reliability within extended lifetime (60 years)
  • Minimized core damage probability
  • Management of severe accidents (core damage sequences)
  • Limited environment impact for all events

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