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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
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ANS Student Conference 2025
April 3–5, 2025
Albuquerque, NM|The University of New Mexico
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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Ensuring Safety and Cleanliness: The Crucial Role of Industrial Vacuums in Nuclear Power Facilities
The primary culprits behind contamination in a nuclear facility are fission products resulting from nuclear reactions and activated corrosion products like rust and metal. While these radioactive materials remain within the reactor system, the risk of contamination is minimal. However, the reality of a complex network of pipes and valves introduces vulnerabilities, leading to potential leaks and spills. The necessity for periodic system openings, required for sampling and maintenance, further heightens the risk of contamination. Once outside the system, radioactive materials can disperse, jeopardizing other plant components, areas, and even personnel.
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Kenneth D. Lewis
University of Michigan (Best Section)University of Wisconsin- Madison (Best Section)Missouri University of Science & Technology (Honorable Mention)Texas A&M University (Honorable Mention)
Denis Beller
Bal-Raj Sehgal
Georges Vendryes
Small Local SectionsWashington, DC (Best Membership)Virginia (Best Meetings and Programs)Trinity (Best Public Information and Education)
Ronald J. BrunoArthur H. FriedmanTimothy McGheeRenee C. MilnerJohn SteinerPeter Tocci, Jr.Ann D. Winters
Texas A&M Nuclear Science CenterUniversity of Florida Text ReactorPurdue University ReactorOregon State UniversityWashington State University Nuclear ReactorUniversity of Wisconsin Nuclear ReactorNeutron Radiography Reactor
Robert E. Uhrig
Prashant K. Jain
Theodore M. Besmann
ZED-2 Heavy Water Critical Facility
Sue Coleman
G. Robert Odette
Virginia D. ClearySamuel J. CollinsDonald R. HoffmanRoss F. Radel
William Howard Arnoid
Nick Tsoulfanidis
Richard J. K. Stratford
Ernest D. EasonG. Robert OdetteRandy K. NanstadTakuya Yamamoto and Joyce E. Wright.
Allen CampThomas McLaughlin
GraduateUniversity of MichiganBenjamin Betzler, Hiruy Hadgu, C. Lawrence, Matt Orians, Andrew Pavlou and A. Poitrasson-RiviereUniversity of TennesseeMatthew Cook, Oscar Lastres, S. Hogle, Martin GrossbeckUndergraduateNorth Carolina State UniversityJustin Carey, J. Michael Doster, Jesse Holmes, Chris Long, Amber Smart, Josh WestUniversity of Rhode IslandMichael Audette, Charlie Hanley, James Leuzarder, Daniel McCleary, Kevin Plourde
Per Peterson
Alice Ying
David J. Diamond
Kewaunee Power Station
Michael Kansler
John W. Landis
Arielle Miller
Arielle Jennifer Miller
