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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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Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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 NISD
Thursday, December 2, 2021|1:00–2:45PM EST |Columbia 4
Session Chair:
Jeffrey T. Mitman
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chairs:
Askin Guler Yigitoglu
Mihai A. Diaconeasa (NCSU)
Student Assistant:
Mackenzie Bjornstedt
In August 2020 a derecho hit Duane Arnold head on causing a loss of offsite power lasting about 24 hours. Winds speeds exceeded 80 mph for over 20 minutes with peak speeds exceeding 100 mph. A complication was debris fouling of service water pump suction strainers requiring bypassing one of the strainers. This session will describe what happened to the plant, how the plant successfully dealt with the event including site preparations, response and what could have been improved. In addition, the session will explore the risk insights gained on both Duane Arnold and other plants.
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