Generation IV Nuclear Energy Systems Construction Cost Reductions through the use of Virtual Environments: Task 1 Completion Report

Technical Report · Tue Nov 26 00:00:00 EST 2002

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/805055· OSTI ID:805055

Whisker, V E; Baratta, A J; Shaw, T S; Winters, J W; Trikouros, N; Hess, C

OAK B204 The objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility and effectiveness of using full-scale virtual reality simulation in the design, construction, and maintenance of future nuclear power plants. Specifically, this project will test the suitability of Immersive Projection Display (IPD) technology to aid engineers in the design of the next generation nuclear power plant and to evaluate potential cost reductions that can be realized by optimization of installation and construction sequences. The intent is to see if this type of information technology can be used in capacities similar to those currently filled by full-scale physical mockups.

• Research Organization: Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory (US)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE Office of Nuclear Energy, Science and Technology (NE) (US)
• DOE Contract Number: FG03-01SF22327
• OSTI ID: 805055
• Resource Relation: Other Information: PBD: 26 Nov 2002
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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22 GENERAL STUDIES OF NUCLEAR REACTORS
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ENGINEERS
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