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Members are devoted to applying nuclear science and engineering technologies involving isotopes, radiation applications, and associated equipment in scientific research, development, and industrial processes. Their interests lie primarily in education, industrial uses, biology, medicine, and health physics. Division committees include Analytical Applications of Isotopes and Radiation, Biology and Medicine, Radiation Applications, Radiation Sources and Detection, and Thermal Power Sources.
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Marzano sworn in as NRC commissioner
Marzano
Matthew Marzano became the newest member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission when he was officially sworn into office by chair Christopher Hanson this week.
The nuclear engineer and former reactor operator was confirmed last month in a 50–45 vote in the U.S. Senate. Last July, President Biden nominated Marzano to serve on the commission, which is tasked with formulating policies, developing regulations, issuing orders, and resolving legal matters.
Marzano’s term expires June 30, 2028.
David L. Giefer, Andre B. Jeffries
Nuclear Technology | Volume 87 | Number 3 | November 1989 | Pages 641-647
Technical Paper | TMI-2: Remote Technology and Engineering / Nuclear Safety | doi.org/10.13182/NT89-A27716
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All remotely controlled devices in use or planned for use at Three Mile Island Unit 2 (TMI-2) from 1982 to the present had common features. These features were proven to be desirable for remote applications in the harsh environment at TMI-2. Remote devices, such as remote reconnaissance vehicle, LOUIE, and automated cutting equipment system, have been successfully implemented to perform tasks to reduce the level of radiation in various areas of the facility. Implementation of each of these devices required careful planning, design, and fabrication of systems needed to support the remote device operation. These devices were used primarily in the reactor building basement, the seal injection valve room, the makeup demineralizer room, and the reactor vessel. Remotely controlled robotic equipment at TMI-2 has helped work performance considerably and minimized radiation exposure to personnel.