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Division Spotlight
Reactor Physics
The division's objectives are to promote the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical phenomena characterizing nuclear reactors and other nuclear systems. The division encourages research and disseminates information through meetings and publications. Areas of technical interest include nuclear data, particle interactions and transport, reactor and nuclear systems analysis, methods, design, validation and operating experience and standards. The Wigner Award heads the awards program.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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Christmas Night
Twas the night before Christmas when all through the houseNo electrons were flowing through even my mouse.
All devices were plugged in by the chimney with careWith the hope that St. Nikola Tesla would share.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by RRSD
Wednesday, June 19, 2024|10:00–11:45AM PDT|Jasmine E
Session Chair:
Forrest Shriver (Sentinel Devices)
Alternate Chair:
Young Soo Park
Session Organizers:
Adam J. Carroll
Fan Zhang (Georgia Tech)
Utilizing robots and intelligent machines in nuclear industry is beneficial to offset human labor, reduce human exposure to hazardous conditions, such as high-heat or elevated radiation environments, and increase the overall efficacy of inspection and maintenance by providing additional sensing. This panel will discuss the current advancement, opportunities, and challenges of the implements and applications of robots and intelligent machines in nuclear power plants.
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