Instrumentation and Control Implementations in Research Reactors: A Review
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Instrumentation and control (I&C) is a key element to research reactor (RR) safety responsible for control actions involving startup, power regulation and shutdown as well as abnormal condition management. Unfortunately, system obsolescence that is frequently accompanied by spare part unavailability may result in operational problems and extended reactor shutdown periods. In addition, novel requirements imposed by nuclear regulatory bodies along with updated technical specifications may necessitate the installation of supplementary instrumentation components and the adoption of modern I&C implementations. Formulating the I&C blueprint in a new facility or improving an ageing installation requires careful consideration. To that end, a review of studies employing paradigms of computational intelligence implementations is presented and their application environment in various RRs is illustrated.
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