Meteorological measurement methods and diffusion models for use at coastal nuclear reactor sites
Journal Article
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· Nucl. Saf.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6743353
A study, based on a literature review was made to examine currently recommended meteorological measurement programs and diffusion prediction methods for nuclear power plants to determine their adequacy for plants located in coastal zones. Although procedures for handling the near-worst case (stable, light-wind situation) were judged adequately conservative, deficiencies in guidelines and procedures were found with respect to the following: failure to consider the role of coastal internal boundary layers; specifications for tower locations and instrument heights; methods of classifying atmospheric stability; methods of allowing credit for plume meander, and models specified for diffusion calculations. Recommendations were made for changes in the guidelines applicable to these topics. Areas in which additional research is needed were identified.
- Research Organization:
- Brookhaven National Lab., Upton, NY
- OSTI ID:
- 6743353
- Journal Information:
- Nucl. Saf.; (United States), Journal Name: Nucl. Saf.; (United States) Vol. 21:6; ISSN NUSAA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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