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Nuclear Criticality Safety
NCSD provides communication among nuclear criticality safety professionals through the development of standards, the evolution of training methods and materials, the presentation of technical data and procedures, and the creation of specialty publications. In these ways, the division furthers the exchange of technical information on nuclear criticality safety with the ultimate goal of promoting the safe handling of fissionable materials outside reactors.
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2023 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 12–15, 2023
Washington, D.C.|Washington Hilton
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Offshore nuclear power concept under development by BWXT and Crowley
BWX Technologies is teaming with Crowley, a global shipping and energy supply chain company, under a memorandum of understanding to develop a ship with an onboard microreactor that could deliver power to users on shore via buoyed power cables. The concept, announced by both companies on September 20, is envisioned as a zero-carbon energy option for defense and disaster needs.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Cost Reduction Opportunities
Monday, August 7, 2023|1:30–3:00PM EDT|Calusa 11/12
Session Chair:
Bruce Morgen
Knowledge Managers:
Tim Schlimpert
Wale Adeyinka
The panel will discuss real cost savings achieved from implementation of three Risk-Informed (RI) programs: Initiative 5b (TSTF-425) allows for RI Surveillance Requirement frequency changes, Initiative 4b (TSTF 505) allows for RI completion times for required actions, and 10CFR50.69 allows for RI relaxation of requirements for low-safety significant SSCs. The panel will share success stories from utilities who have implemented these programs.
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