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Lead Author: Nathalia Nunes Araujo Co-author(s): Maritza Rodriguez Gual, maritza.gual@labrisco.usp.br;
Ulisses Alves Maciel Neto, ulisses.neto@labrisco.usp.br
Marcos Coelho Maturana, marcos@labrisco.usp.br
Marcelo Ramos Martins, marcelo@labrisco.usp.br
| DEVELOPMENT AND PRIMARY APPLICATION OF A LEVEL 2 PSA METHODOLOGY IN A SMALL NUCLEAR PLANT |
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| In the nuclear plant licensing process, a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the probability, progression and consequences of transients and accident conditions must be performed to estimate the risk to public health. Probabilistic Safety Assessment (PSA) is a method widely used in the nuclear industry that numerically quantifies risk and is performed at three different levels. The PSA Level 2 addresses the phenomenological and physical events that can occur during core meltdown to containment failure. The methodology of a Level 2 PSA must contain a clear definition of the steps, procedures and reviews to be carried out in accordance with the standards and guidelines recommended by the International Atomic Energy Agency. This article describes the development of a Level 2 PSA methodology for a small nuclear power plant. Deterministic modeling of the accident progression is also considered, being essential for the construction of the sequence of events and subsequent management measures. Along with the development, a primary application of the methodology is being carried out to identify improvements. |
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Author and Presentation Info
Lead Author Name: Nathalia Araujo (nathalia.nunes@labrisco.usp.br)
Bio:
Country: Brazil
Company: LabRisco/USP/Brazil
Job Title: Researcher
Bio:
Country: Brazil
Company: LabRisco/USP/Brazil
Job Title: Researcher