Three-dimensional computer-aided design system for plant layout

Conference · Wed Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1986 · Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6809610

Hayashi, T; Yoshinaga, T; Yoshida, M

A three-dimensional CAD system for plant layout of nuclear power plants has been developed, adopting the latest technologies of knowledge engineering, CAD/CAM, and interactive computer graphics. With this system, Hitachi is now able to plan plant layout more effectively, reduce design time and cost, and detect defective designs before actual construction problems occur. Hitachi is planning to enhance this three-dimensional CAD system to a plant total life computer-aided engineering (CAE) system. This system will include a construction CAE system, a test operation and in-service inspection control system, and a plant maintenance system. After completion of this system, Hitachi will be able to plan, monitor, and control all major aspects in the life of a nuclear power plant from the very first stage of the planning to its decommissioning.

• OSTI ID: 6809610
• Report Number(s): CONF-8711195-
• Journal Information: Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States), Journal Name: Trans. Am. Nucl. Soc.; (United States) Vol. 55; ISSN TANSA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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OPTIMIZATION
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