Developing a Computerized Aging Management System for Concrete Structures in Finnish Nuclear Power Plants

Fahim Al-Neshawy, J. Piironen, Esko Sistonen, Erkki Vesikari, Mikko Tuomisto, Petr Hradil, Miguel Ferreira

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    Abstract

    Finland has four nuclear reactors units in two power plants. The first unit started operation in 1977 and in the early 1980's all four units were in use. During the last few years the aging management of the Nuclear Power Plant's (NPP) concrete structures has grown an important issue because the existing structures are reaching the end of their licensed operating lifetime (about 40 years). Therefore the nuclear power companies are developing aging management systems to avoid premature degradation of NPP facilities and to be able to extend their operating lifetime. This paper is about the development of a computerized ageing management system for the nuclear power plants concrete structures. The computerized ageing management system is built upon central database and implementation applications. It will assist the personnel of power companies to implement the aging management activities at different phases of the lifetime of a power plant. It will provide systematic methods for planning, surveillance, inspection, monitoring, condition assessment, maintenance and repair of structures.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationInternational Workshop NUCPERF 2012
    Subtitle of host publicationLong-Term Performance of Cementitious Barriers and Reinforced Concrete in Nuclear Power Plant and Radioactive Waste Storage and Disposal
    EditorsV. l'Hostis, R. Gens
    PublisherEDP Sciences
    Number of pages8
    ISBN (Print)978-2-7598-1046-8
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 11 Jul 2013
    MoE publication typeA4 Article in a conference publication
    EventInternational Workshop NUCPERF 2012: Long-Term Performance of Cementitious Barriers and Reinforced Concrete in Nuclear Power Plant and Radioactive Waste Storage and Disposal: (RILEM Event TC 226-CNM and EFC Event 351) - Cadarache, France
    Duration: 12 Nov 201215 Nov 2012

    Publication series

    SeriesEPJ Web of Conferences
    Volume56
    ISSN2101-6275

    Workshop

    WorkshopInternational Workshop NUCPERF 2012: Long-Term Performance of Cementitious Barriers and Reinforced Concrete in Nuclear Power Plant and Radioactive Waste Storage and Disposal
    Country/TerritoryFrance
    CityCadarache
    Period12/11/1215/11/12

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