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Commercial off the shelf (COTS) software in safety systems

Conference ·
OSTI ID:605644

Many safety systems, such as those in nuclear power plants, are systems for which the consequences of failure can be severe or catastrophic. These systems must be developed, implemented, and maintained in ways that provide assurance that catastrophic consequences will be prevented. This paper discusses various aspects of the question of using commercially available software in these systems. Risk, grading, and system assessment are discussed, and relevant standards are summarized. Recommendations for addressing key issues are given.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Lab., CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
605644
Report Number(s):
UCRL-JC--129500; CONF-980520--; ON: DE98052276; BR: DP0514030
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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