Nuclear plant life extension and critical components

Conference · Fri Nov 01 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5660870

Mentink, H; Neils, G H; Carey, J J

Nuclear stations can be better utilized by alternatives other than decommissioning after 40 yr. Plant life extension (PLEX) beyond 40 yr of life delays decommissioning costs, loss of assets, and the financial burden of constructing and licensing new facilities. In early 1984, Northern States Power (NSP) commissioned an in-depth study of the Monticello boiling water reactor plant to determine technical and economic feasibility of plant life extension. This pilot plant study was subsequently cosponsored by the Electric Power Research Institute and the US Department of Energy with the objective of implementing the PLEX program applying for a license amendment. This paper presents a brief synopsis of the program approach. Recognizing the potential licensing difficulties to extend the plant life by only 10 yr, the necessary technical bases to justify extended life must be developed early in the design plant life. The Monticello plant specific life extension program includes criteria to determine the critical plant components, component topical reports, and a plant life cycle management chart.

• OSTI ID: 5660870
• Report Number(s): CONF-851115-
• Conference Information: Journal Name: Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States) Journal Volume: 50
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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