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Decommissioning & Environmental Sciences
The mission of the Decommissioning and Environmental Sciences (DES) Division is to promote the development and use of those skills and technologies associated with the use of nuclear energy and the optimal management and stewardship of the environment, sustainable development, decommissioning, remediation, reutilization, and long-term surveillance and maintenance of nuclear-related installations, and sites. The target audience for this effort is the membership of the Division, the Society, and the public at large.
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Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo (UWC 2024)
August 4–7, 2024
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
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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ARPA-E announces $40 million to develop transmutation technologies for UNF
The Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (ARPA-E) announced $40 million in funding to develop cutting-edge technologies to enable the transmutation of used nuclear fuel into less-radioactive substances. According to ARPA-E, the new initiative addresses one of the agency’s core goals as outlined by Congress: to provide transformative solutions to improve the management, cleanup, and disposal of radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by HFICD
Tuesday, November 14, 2023|3:15–5:00PM EST|Georgetown West
Session Chair:
Syed Bahauddin Alam (Univ. Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)
Session Organizer:
Vivek Agarwal (Idaho National Lab)
The continued safe and efficient operation of nuclear power plants (NPPs) is crucial for meeting the energy demands of a growing population while simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As nuclear plants age, the management and modernization of critical assets become increasingly complex and vital. This complexity underscores the pressing need for innovative technologies that can address the unique challenges of nuclear plant asset management. Aligned with the DOE's mission to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges, this panel aims to explore the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML)-driven Digital Twin (DT) into Nuclear Plant Asset Management & Modernization. The focus will be on both technological advancements and the economic implications of these innovations while considering the aspects below: 1. Predictive Maintenance & Degradation Monitoring 2. Integration of Heterogeneous Data Sources and interpretability 3. Economic Optimization: Return on Investment 4. Compliance and Regulatory Considerations 5. Collaborative Strategies with DOE This panel aims to bridge the gap between technological innovation and practical implementation, offering a comprehensive view of how AI/ML/DT can revolutionize nuclear plant asset management. By fostering dialogue between industry experts, policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders, we hope to set the stage for a new era of efficiency, safety, and economic viability in nuclear plant management.
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