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Ron Jones, ANT APC ChairpersonRon King, EPRI Program Manager
Nuclear Power Council Advisory MeetingNew Orleans, LA
Tuesday AM, August 30, 2016
Advanced Nuclear Technology (ANT) Program
Action Plan Committee (APC) Meeting
Revision: August 22, 2016
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First Things First
WelcomeGetting ConnectedLegaleseHotel LogisticsSafety IntroductionsAgendaProgram Overview
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Welcome to the EPRI Advanced Nuclear Technology APC
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Safety
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Introductions
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Morning Introduction Ron Jones / Ron King8:10 am Review Completed and Selected Projects ‐ EPC David Scott, Ron King9:00 am Review Completed and Selected Projects ‐ MTA Matt O’Connor, Ron King9:30 am Break10:00 am Review Completed and Selected Projects – M&C Craig Stover, Matt O’Connor11:30 am Review Undiscussed Deliverables EPRI ANT Staff11:45 am Action Items All12:00 pm Adjourn: Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)
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ANT Program MissionThe EPRI Advanced Nuclear Technology (ANT) Program leads
Research and Development (R&D) through EPRI’s collaborative model to proactively evaluate and address issues regarding the near-term
deployment of advanced light water reactors.
The ANT Program is a scientific research program for those around the world and at various stages of new nuclear plant development and
deployment, concentrating on the economic, technical, regulatory, and social issues that could affect the ability to license, construct, start-up, and
operate advanced light water reactors.
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ANT Cockpit
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Project Status Updates
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Project Overview Forms
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ANT Advisory Structure
Advanced Reactor TAG
(Andrew Sowder)
APC
IC
Engineering, Procurement & Construction TAC
(David Scott)
TAGs
Materials and Components TAC(Craig Stover)
TAGs
Modern Technology Application TAC
(Matt O’Connor)
TAGs
‒ Chair: Ron Jones (SCANA)‒ Vice Chair: Open
•ANT Technical Staff‒ Ron King (Program Manager)‒ Matt O’Connor‒ David Scott‒ Christian Marciulescu
‒ Andrew Sowder‒ Craig Stover‒ Robin Thompson‒ Matrix Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
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Action Plan Committee (APC)
The APC advises on the strategic direction of the ANT Program:
Highest-level committee in the ANT Program structure Reports to the Nuclear Power Council Provides recommendations concerning the annual work scope and budget Provides input on issues, needs, or potential projects The APC chair leads in-person meetings and represents the program on the Nuclear Power
Council Executive Committee
Open
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Integration Committee (IC)The IC advises on the technical work scope of the program:
Reports to the APC Development of the work scope, and early prioritization for projects Combines the project input from the Technical Advisory Committees into a candidate portfolio
ready for prioritization Brings forward projects in areas not covered by the Technical Advisory Committees
Open
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Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) The ANT Program maintains three TACs, one for each Technical Focus Area:
– Engineering, Procurement, and Construction– Materials and Components– Modern Technology Application
Each TAC is responsible for:– Developing a multiyear roadmap for the issues and R&D needed – Developing prioritized projects based on the roadmap for the ANT Program’s annual
portfolio, with a target of having a two-year project plan– Bringing prioritized project sets forward to the IC for overall prioritization
David Scott Craig Stover Matt O’Connor
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Technical Advisory Groups
The ANT Program may establish TAGs as necessary to address specific issues:
TAGs are created as needed to maximize the collaboration for an individual project Participants provide input and advice to the EPRI project manager Review and comment on documents and other deliverables as they are developed
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Structure of APC meetings
Winter APC– Quick review on all approved POFs– Presentation on active projects identified by PM significant success, funding requests, changes, etc.
– All completed projects & deliverables
Summer APC– Proposed projects portfolio (POFs) – review & prioritization– Additional updates & strategic planning– Presentation on selected active projects identified by IC or by PM significant success, funding requests, changes, etc.
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January February March April May June July August September October November December
Winter APC Meeting Summer APC MeetingFebruary 9 – 10, Austin, TX @ NPC
Finalize Budget for Current YearReview status of ongoing R&D
August 30 – 31, New Orleans, LA @ NPCReview New Projects for Next Year
Set priority list for next year
Monthly Updates Mid-Year Webcast End-of-Year WebcastFirst Week of Each MonthReview past and upcoming activitiesRelevant project status updates
June 8, 2016, 9AM EDTProgram Review
December 7, 2016, 9AM ESTProgram Review
Action Plan Committee (APC) – Program Review and Advisory
Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) and Integration Committee (IC) – Portfolio Development
Feb. TAC Webcasts
April TACWebcasts
June TAC Webcasts
Oct. TAC Webcasts
Week ofFeb. 28, 2016
Week ofApr. 10, 2016
Week ofJun. 19, 2016
Week ofOct. 16, 2016
March TAC / IC May TAC / IC July ICMar. 16 (TACs) & 17 (½ day IC)
Charlotte, NCContinue Roadmap Development
Start 2017 & 2018 planning
May 11 (TACs) & 12 (½ day IC)Charlotte, NC
Continue Roadmap DevelopmentReview potential 2017 & 2018 projects
July 27 & 28 (1½ day IC only)Charlotte, NCFinalize Roadmap DevelopmentFinalize 2017 & 2018 portfolio for prioritization
2016 ANT Operational Calendar
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February APC Action Item UpdateAction Item #
Description Estimated Completion
1Project 2015‐02, Ensure the results of the Technology for SMR Staff Optimization project are used as a feeder for MTA projects
Complete
2Project 2015‐02, Ensure the results of the Technology for SMR Staff Optimization project are provided to the ‘Delivering the Nuclear Promise’ teams
Complete
3Projects and Roadmaps, investigate the linkage and display of funding to the individual roadmaps and potential projects
Roadmaps likely public
4 Projects and Roadmaps, if applicable, note a project’s applicability to the ‘Nuclear Promise’Relevant issues
addressed in POFs
5 Project 2016‐05, Matt O’Connor to contact Dan Stout regarding the secure networking TI project Complete
6Project 2016‐A, elevate the priority of the Rebar Initiatives project one spot above additive manufacturing
Complete
7Project 2010‐01, Craig Stover to follow up with Tom McCallum and Bill Maher on how the standards work, how limited data can be used; and to provide more clarity on the overall project
Complete
8Project 2015‐07, Matt O’Connor to check on any ASME code issues regarding NDE inspection requirements and the Pre‐Filming SG Tube project
Complete
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ANT – Looking Forward
Ensure Sustainable Engagement– Keep who we have and bring in others with active projects or pursuits, for long term
relationships– Provide value for varied and global stakeholders– Maximize relevance for stakeholders at different states of process– Ensure funding model reflects current industry situation
Increase Leadership Role– Increase presence and impact with selected industry groups– Increase leadership role in mapping and leading industry issues– Enlist the APC for help
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ANT – Looking Forward
Increase Strategic Planning– Improve our multiyear planning and develop processes to support– Focus direction to maximize impact, choose issues and areas where we can provide
maximum value– Adjust to changing industry needs (ex. globalization, SMRs, increasing awareness of
advanced reactors)– Use strategic planning to lead project development and selection
Simplification– Update processes to maximize R&D value, while continuing best practices– Better align with the nuclear sector operational plan
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APC Advisor Role
Roles and Responsibilities – Be an industry advocate, ensure alignment of research with industry needs– Maintain balance between tactical and strategic needs– Drive focus on issues with value across nuclear plant designs and
geographical boundaries– Help us prioritize activities based on importance and timeliness
•To Do– Actively participate in key meetings and webcasts– Download pertinent results and incorporate into your practices– Visit the ANT Program Cockpit on the EPRI Member Center website– Share ideas and experiences
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Guidelines for Next Two Days
Understand applicability of projects for your company
Engage with the EPRI staff and your colleagues
Provide candid and constructive feedback
Ask questions
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Advanced Nuclear Technology Program
Strategy and Operations 3 New Technical Focus Areas
– Engineering, Procurement, and Construction– Materials and Components– Modern Technology Application
3 New Technical Advisory Committees (TACs)– One each for the 3 technical areas above– Changes to IC Process to include TACs
Process Changes– Project prioritization– Ranking processes– New Forms– Advisory roles & responsibilities
Focus
Planning
Alignment
Refer to Advanced Nuclear Technology: Strategy and Operations, Rev. 0, October 6, 2014
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TAC Responsibilities
Developing a multiyear roadmap for the issues and R&D needed in that technical area
Developing prioritized projects based on the roadmap for the ANT program’s annual portfolio, with a target of having a two-year project plan
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Integration Committee (IC) Role
Provide advice, synthesis, and prioritization on input from the TACs for a portfolio of high value candidate projects
Brings forward projects in areas not covered by the TACs
Ensures we have a balanced portfolio to cover all three technical focus areas
Manage the prioritization process for their company
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Overall Goals
TAC Goals– Develop multi-year roadmaps of issues and opportunities– Use the roadmaps to develop a 2-year plan by summer of 2016
IC Goal – Present a proposed 2-year portfolio for prioritization in the summer of 2016
APC Goal– Have 2-year project portfolio planned for 2017 and 2018 by the end of the
August APC in 2016
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Early Actions Develop a short charter for the TAC – By February 2015
– Refine ‘the box’ of the technical area
Develop sets of Issues and Opportunities – By March 2015– Do not develop projects yet– Make sure they fit the charter
Begin Roadmap Development – Draft by May 2015– First draft of roadmaps– What, Why, How, End Goal, Who, Schedule
APC endorses plans to date, including Roadmaps and Research Focus Areas– This past February
2016 Project Developm
ent
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Next Actions Solidify current state of roadmaps (all but multi-year planning)
– Updated in October TAC Webcasts, Finals Provided to APC
Continue multi-year planning– Started with October TAC Webcasts– Review with APC at Winter Advisory Meetings (here and now)– Continue with February 2016 TAC Webcasts
Begin definition of 2017 and 2018 projects, and firm up multiyear plan– March TAC & IC Meeting
Refine 2017 (more detail) and 2018 (less detail) projects and review multiyear plan– May TAC & IC Meeting
Review final 2017 & 2018 projects for prioritization, endorse roadmaps for APC– July IC Meeting
Prioritization– July/August
APC review and endorse 2017 and 2018 portfolios and finalized roadmaps– Summer Advisory Meetings
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New Prioritization Process for 2017+ EPRI Nuclear Sector Wide Process
– All programs will have a 2-year portfolio moving forward– Must have 2017 & 2018 portfolio ready and prioritized by August 2016
Updated Planning Process– TACs will develop roadmaps, multiyear plan, and a 2-year project plan– Projects assigned to Research Focus Areas (RFAs) in the TAC roadmaps– Project Opportunity Forms (POFs) created for potential 2017 & 2018 projects– IC will advise the process for a high value, balanced portfolio
Portfolio Ranking and Comments by Funders– POFs provided to members (via the IC) for ranking using an on-line tool– Comments will be collected for each project– Ranking will be 1 (higher) through 3 (lower)– Only RFAs will be ranked
ANT Staff Will:– collect, consolidate, and review comments and prioritization – evaluate against the roadmap plans and resource availability– develop a proposed 2017 & 2018 portfolio for APC’s review and consideration in August
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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Proposed 2017 – 2018 Projects - EPC
Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
EPC RFA #1: Increase Efficiency and Reduce Cost of New Nuclear Construction
EPC 2017-C Investigating Mechanical Splicing of Reinforcing Steel
EPC 2017-D Optimization of Concrete Placements
EPC 2017-E Feasibility Study of Using Existing Software for Flow Simulation of SCC
EPC 2018-B Field Guide for Reinforcing Steel Inspections
EPC 2018-C Image Processing for Data Development of Construction As-Builts and Inspection
EPC RFA #2: Development of Collaborative Engineering, Design Tools, and Processes
EPC 2017-A Vertical Response Motion Computation in SSI Analysis of Embedded Structures
EPC 2017-B Ground Motion Kappa Parameter Reassessment
EPC 2018-A Alternative Methods and Materials to Reinforce Concrete
EPC RFA #3: Improve Quality of Supply Chain for Nuclear
N/A No projects for prioritization
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EPC TAC Charter and RFAsThe Engineering, Procurement, and Construction technical area covers R&D that primarily addresses collaborative engineering and design tools, procurement quality, and construction materials & construction activities, primarily related to the physical plant. Special focus will be given to issues that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and increase quality making new nuclear more competitive with other energy options.
Three Research Focus Areas have been identified by the TAC:– Increase Efficiency and Reduce Cost of New Nuclear Construction– Development of Collaborative Engineering, Design Tools, and Processes– Improve Quality of Supply Chain for Nuclear
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EPC RFA – Increase Efficiency and Reduce Cost of Construction
Drivers: Nuclear power plants have – High capital costs for construction– Cost and schedule overruns are common– Cost uncertainty for new builds
Opportunities: – New and refined materials, components, and processes are
available and proven in other industries– Risk reduction through efficiencies and associated cost reductions – Understanding and sharing of common issues and, more
importantly, their resolutions Scope:
– Benchmark and deploy new and improved materials and processes– Catalogue issues and root causes found globally
Priorities:– Modern materials, tools, and methods– Address and improve new techniques– Benchmarking and lessons learned
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EPC 2017-C Investigating Mechanical Splicing of Reinforcing Steel
Issue:
• Rebar splicing methods typically used in construction are costly and increase steel congestion
• Use of mechanical couplers is limited• Alternative mechanical couplers have been observed in other parts of world
Scope:
• Investigate application of epoxy-injected mechanical rebar coupler used in Japan NPP construction and other technology such as the Lenton Lock from Erico
• Interface with vendors, utilities, and TAGs to learn what existing techniques are being utilized and determine the benefits/limitation of those techniques
• Generate list of recommended technologies and outline technical hurdles if acceptance by ACI, ASME, and other impacted codes and standards are limited
Value:
• Improved schedule and cost of construction using quick connect to eliminate threading rebar and remove torque requirements with a smaller connectors
• Alternative design opportunities• Improved quality of reinforced concrete
Originally a part of Rebar Initiative with the Field Guide project.
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EPC 2017-D Optimization of Concrete Placements
Issue:
• Concrete placements for NPP construction are often limited for multiple reasons – batch plant capacity, pump availability, inspections, pour heights/pressures, temperature requirements
• Limitations on placement size result in schedule delays due to slower and smaller placements; subsequently, there are increased costs and deceleration of construction
• Improved batching, inspection, and placement practices at NPPs are achievable
Scope:
• This project will investigate the concrete life cycle – mixture design, batching, delivery, and formwork requirements – at nuclear power sites
• Identify inefficiencies of concrete placement through research and interfacing with sites• Review opportunities to optimize concrete placement process by identifying barriers that limit size
and quantity of single concrete placements• Identify additional, more innovative methods to place concrete (e.g. 3D Printing)
Value:
• Reduced concrete construction risks• Faster, more-efficient concrete placements• Reduced construction schedule and thereby increasing cost savings• Opportunity to accelerate construction schedule if other delays occur
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EPC 2017-E Feasibility Study of Using Existing Software for Flow Simulation of Self-Consolidating Concrete
Issue:
• EPRI is currently studying the use of self-consolidating concrete for nuclear power plants (NPPs).• Self-consolidating concrete is being utilized in construction at various NPPs throughout the world;
its use is critical for more efficient concrete placements.• Regulatory requirements include a significant number of large mockups to be constructed to
ensure the suitability of self-consolidating concrete for specific structural members.
Scope:
• The project will have two phases – modeling phase and validation of the model.• The project will utilize existing off-the-shelf computational fluid dynamic (CFD) models to indicate
the flow of the self-consolidating concrete and then compare the CFD results with mockups.• Identify barriers for using computer-aided placements of concrete.
Value:
• Increased quality• Reduced need for mockups• Improved construction schedule and constructability based on quickly adjusted concrete mixtures• A better informed placement plan and mixture design development
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EPC 2018-B Field Guide for Reinforcing Steel Inspections
Issue:• Rebar size and placement requirements are not readily accessible in the field.• Previous ANT field guides which are similar have been well received and useful.
Scope:
• Compile field guide with industry-accepted standards and inspection information.• Identify source of rebar details, differences in sizes of bars, deformation patterns, tie
patterns, explain splices, typical strengths, bending practices.• Include deformed bar, smooth bar, and post-tensioned steel in the guide.• Formatting includes field-friendly hard copy and tablet (potentially smartphone app).
Value:• Field guide is a low-cost, short-turnaround effort with potentially big impact at new-
build sites• Improved and more timely inspection for reinforcing steel
Originally a part of Rebar Initiative with the Mechanical Splicing project.
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EPC 2018-C Image Processing for Data Development of Construction As-Builtsand Inspection
Issue:
• Image processing techniques are used to scan/id cracks in metals. • As-builts and placement inspections are used to measure specification tolerances, rebar
placements, concrete flatness/levelness (tomography), and configuration.• As-builts and placement inspections can be time consuming and costly.
Scope:
• Identify the applications of image processing to develop as-builts and inspections for concrete tomography, rebar placement compliance, and tolerances.
• Develop software code to process visual images and develop shape and spatial contouring and placement identification.
• Test the suitability and limitations of the software to indicate rebar placement, concrete tomography, module placement, and site configuration.
Value:
• Reduce the time for development of as-builts• Reduce the time for inspections of the rebar and/or concrete• Automatically identify deviations in material placement which need correction• Application can extend beyond reinforced concrete inspection (e.g.; pipe, conduit)
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Increase Efficiency and Reduce Cost of ConstructionResearch Focus Area Technical Topic Completed Projects Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
Increa
se Efficiency an
d Re
duce Cost o
f New
Nuclear Con
struction
Modern Materials, Tools, and Methods
Anchorage of High‐Strength Hooked
Bars(3002005440)
High Strength Reinforced Rebar
Mass Concrete Modeling and Temperature ControlMechanical Splicing
of Reinforcing Steel
Field Guide for Reinforcing Steel
Inspections
Alternative Methods to Protect Electrical Cable
Field Guide for Concrete Inspection
(3002000520)Optimization of Concrete Placements Update Field Guide
and Include SCC
Real‐Time Corrosion
Monitoring of Steel Liners Embedded in
Concrete Image Processing for Data Development
of Construction As‐Builts and Inspection
Best Practices for Soil Testing and Site Development
Address and Improve New Techniques
Demonstration of Self‐Consolidating
Concrete(3002005228)
Demonstration of Self‐Consolidating
Concrete
Demonstration of Potential SCC Flow Simulation Software
Best Practices for Using SCC for Mass Concrete
Moisture Tolerant Coatings for Open Top Construction
Enhancements to Modular Construction Usage for Nuclear Power Plants
Benchmarking and Lessons Learned
Construction Lessons Learned
[See Supply Chain RFA; Potential Scope Expansion]
Completed Project
Active Project
Scoped Project
Concept
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EPC RFA – Development of Collaborative Engineering, Design Tools, and Processes Drivers:
– Inefficient and overlapping designs and calculations– Tools and processes developed in an industry-collaborative manner can reduce costs to stakeholders
Opportunities: – Develop engineering and design tools and processes– Deployment to owner/operators, suppliers, and regulators
Scope: – New engineering and design tools
Priorities:– Guideline and specification documents (URD, Siting Guide)– Calculation or Evaluation Methodologies (RI-ISI, EPZ)– Software Code Development (SACTI, Triton)– Large R&D Support Activities (iPWR Aerosol Project)
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EPC 2017-A Vertical Response Motion Computation in SSI Analysis of Embedded Structures
Issue:
• Vertical input motion is calculated using V/H ratios applied to the calculated horizontal response spectrum at the foundation level in the soil column.
• As part of SSI analysis, the vertical free-field motion is amplified from foundation horizon to the ground surface.
• As a result, the vertical motion in SSI analysis is overestimated.
Scope:
• Using appropriate site dependent V/H ratios (the SSI methodology), computer programs can be modified so that the free-field motion in SSI analysis maintains the appropriate V/H ratio within the soil column.
• The approach will be tested for both the soil and rock sites using the modified SSI approach.• Identify a path for implementation based on the results of the project.
Value:
• Reduced seismic structural demands in vertical direction• Reduced vertical floor-response spectra• Reduced requirements for anchorage design and equipment qualification• Improved seismic margin/risk for SSCs (i.e., more accurate SSI loads)
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EPC 2017-B Ground Motion Kappa Parameter Reassessment
Issue:
• Current seismic hazard estimates in the United States are showing considerable high frequency content, particularly at rock sites.
• Recent reviews of the “kappa” parameter suggest that the high frequency ground motion estimates may be conservative.
Scope:
• Reassess the original EPRI studies from 1995 that first suggested the high frequency ground motions.
• Review newer data and new data assessments from the NGA East project. • Estimate kappa for rock sites using the updated global ground motion data.• Develop updated empirical model and high frequency scaling factors for rock sites.• Identify regulatory hurdles for implementation of the updated parameter for rock sites.
Value:
• Provide more accurate ground-motion estimates for rock sites and seismic PRA evaluations• Reduce structural requirements for construction and structural members• Reduce in-structure response spectrum and anchorage requirements for equipment/components
pp gy
Co-funded project with EPRI’s Structural Reliability and IntegrityCo-funding sought from four utilities
Application extends to international sites and non-nuclear energy structures
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EPC 2018-A Alternative Methods and Materials to Reinforce Concrete
Issue:
• Traditional reinforcing steel consists of “deformed” bars; they vary in strength, shape, and sizes.• Traditional reinforcing steel has greater tendency to corrode and consists of strengths which
lends towards congested structural designs, limited repair options, and reduced durability.• Alternative concrete reinforcements are available and considered acceptable by ACI.
Scope:
• Identify alternative methods for reinforcing concrete • Indicate the uses, benefits, and limitations of different types of reinforcement • The alternatives of reinforcements will include strips, bars, wraps, and fibers that consist of
materials which include epoxy, steel, enamel, carbon, and glass• Layout a roadmap to determine what would be needed for increased acceptance and usage
Value:
• Sites will have increased awareness of options to reinforce concrete to help reduce schedule and cost and improve quality by potentially increasing strength and toughness
• Improve the constructability of the reinforced concrete• Increase the options for repairing misplaced or under-reinforced areas• Improve durability of the structures by reducing the tendency towards common degradation
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Development of Collaborative Engineering, Design Tools, and Processes
Research Focus Area Technical Topic Completed Projects Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
Develop
men
t of C
ommon
Eng
inee
ring,
Design
Tools, and
Processes
Guideline and Specification Documents
EPRI Siting Guide Update
(3002005435)
Alternative Methods and Materials to Reinforce Concrete
Insulation Design and Thermal Cooling Changes for Passive Plant Relative to
Active Plant Designs
URD Revision 13(3002003129)(3002003130)
Guidance on Construction Documents and Failure Management
Revisit URD and Siting Guide
Documents for Potential Revision
Calculation or Evaluation
Methodologies
EPZ Size Evaluation
Vertical Response Motion
Computation in SSI of Embedded Structures
Seismic High Frequency LoadingFoundation and Site Development ‐
Design, Guidance, and Analysis for Wet Environments/Sites
Central and Eastern US Seismic Source
(1021097)NGA East Ground Motion Kappa Parameter
ReassessmentAlternative NDE of Steel‐Concrete Debonding and Internal Voids
Software Code Development
Triton ‐ Steam Generator Thermal Hydraulics Code
SACTI(3002006350)
Large R&D Support Activities
iPWR Aerosol Project
Completed Project
Active Project
Scoped Project
Concept
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EPC RFA – Improve Quality of the Supply Chain for New Nuclear
Drivers: – Need to increase quality requirements for nuclear construction
Opportunities: – Lessons from current and recent new plant construction– Increase preparation for future builders– Increase the awareness of root causes for low supply-chain quality
Scope:– Development of tools for vendors and utilities to improve quality – supplier training, procurement
training, specification writing, engineering guidance on requirements and tolerances for drawings and calculations, generic guidance on ‘module’ specification, engineering review guidance and potential new tools for QC inspections.
Priorities:– Follow industry initiatives related to Supplier Quality– Benchmark industry lessons learned, root causes, and best practices– Develop tools to train and support owner/operators, constructors, and other suppliers
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Improve Quality of the Supply Chain for New Nuclear
Research Focus Area Technical Topic Completed Projects Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
Improv
e Qua
lity of th
e Su
pply
Chain for N
ew Nuclear
Participate with Industry [The ANT program will monitor industry via conferences, and workshops, and engagement with other stakeholders such as NEI and INPO]
Benchmarking
Construction Lessons Learned
[See Construction RFA; Potential Scope Expansion]
Develop New Tools
Supplier Quality Management(3002000521)
Best Practices for Prequalifying Suppliers and Vendors
Development of Comparison Code Document
Supply Reduction Study of
Supplementary Cementitious Materials and Alternatives
Proactive Obsolescence Management for New Plants
Technology Transfer of Procurement Processes/Tools from Other Industries
Standard Templates for Original Procurement of Nuclear Components,
Materials, and Services
Owners Requirements Document for a Coatings Program
Completed Project
Active Project
Scoped Project
Concept
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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Proposed 2017 – 2018 Projects – MTA
Modern Technology Application (MTA)
MTA RFA #1: Advanced Monitoring Technology and Data Management
MTA 2017-B Assessment of Automation Technologies to Reduce Chemistry and Radiochemistry O&M Costs
MTA 2017-E Gaps and Opportunities for Sensor Applications
MTA 2018-C Technical Evaluation of Using IPAWS Notification System
MTA RFA #2: Technologies to Improve Human Performance, Machine Interaction, and Operational Effect.
MTA 2018-A Alarm Prioritization and Filtering Methodology Improvement
MTA 2017-C Evaluation of Indoor Positioning Systems
MTA 2018-B Common Robotic Platforms
MTA RFA #3: Gaps for Use of Digital Systems Technologies in New Plants
MTA 2017-A Risk Informed Cyber Security Methods
MTA 2017-D I&C Obsolescence – Long Term Hardware Storage and Aging Mechanism
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Advanced Monitoring Technology and Data Management
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MTA 2017-B Assessment of Automation Technologies to Reduce Chemistry and Radiochemistry O&M Costs
Issue:
• Automation of plant chemistry and RP activities (sampling and analysis) can significantly reduce O&M costs
• A key staff optimization solution for new and operating plants
Scope:
• Objective: evaluate technical and economic feasibility of automating chemistry/radiological sampling
• Identify/evaluate other plant chemistry tasks enabled by automated sampling/analysis
Value:
• Supports determination if automated chemistry/RP tasks are cost effective, other technical benefits
• Identifies currently available automation technology to meet nuclear plant sampling/analysis needs
Impact on new plants but fully applicable to operating plants
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Why Invest in This Project?
Fully assess the technical capabilities of enabling technology capable of saving plant O&M costs– Potential staffing impact of 2 – 5 FTE if
deployedMost applicable to new plants
– SMRs– Advanced LWRsBut also immediately applicable to
operating fleetExplore other applications
Image sources: Vivoaquatics and Fountain-Bridge
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Issue:
• Sensor technology abounds and continues to mature rapidly• There is still an industry gap between available, enabling technology, applications, and
cost to develop and deploy
Scope:
• Identify enabling sensor technologies for operating environments• Establish SMR and Advanced Reactor sensor needs and other gaps & opportunities• Define use cases and perform short demonstration
Value:• Detailed understanding of sensor technologies and potential applications & benefits• Short-term work with high-value return: identifying the gaps
MTA 2017-E Gaps and Opportunities for Sensor Applications
Understand advanced reactor technology sensor costs now
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Project Approach and Scope
Advanced Reactor and SMR technologies are exploring as-yet defined operating environments– Significant opportunity to get out in
front of this issue and proactively establish end-state applications
Benchmark the industry and available technologiesDefine use cases based on
performance criteriaPerform simple demonstration (2nd
year of project)
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Why Invest in This Project?
Top-down approach to identify potential applications for various plant operating environments– Basis: operating plant Future state:
advanced plants– Identify and evaluate technologies– Quantify cost savings (e.g., staffing impacts)Support plant planning and design
decisions now Identify remaining knowledge gaps for
sensors in new plants
Pressure
Temperature
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Issue:
• Capability to alert the public to take protective measures in the EPZ must do so promptly
• Current approach relies heavily on outdoor warning sirens• Newer technology is available that is more precise but unproven
Scope:
• Objective: evaluate requirements, technical effectiveness of newer technologies to alert the public and improve exposure risk
• Assess IPAWS and WEA to replace existing siren systems• Compare effectiveness value; develop implementation approach
Value:
• Reduce confusion and ambiguity of wide, imprecise alerts• Lower installation and maintenance costs• Highly refined, detailed alerting information
MTA 2018-C Technical Evaluation of Using IPAWS Notification System for Emergency Communication
yEstimated potential O&M savings of deploying modern alerting system:
> $2M / year and 1 – 2 FTE
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Why Invest in This Project in 2018?
ANT can research and investigate the: – Effectiveness of the technology to meet performance and federal
alerting requirements– Regulatory barriers to implementation (significant issue)– Identify gaps to implementation; conduct a pilot integration with
utility partnerLong-term benefits for existing and new plants will be
quantified– ROI estimate: >$2M / year and up to 1 – 2 FTE staffing impactAdditional research project(s) would be needed to deploy and
realize full impact
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Human Performance and Machine Interaction
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Issue:
• Poor alarm system design can lead to alarm overload, operator perceptive ability, omission, and increased workload
• Current dynamic filtering priorities can lead to inaccurate calculations
Scope:
• Develop improved Alarm Processing and Diagnostic System (APDS) with event-based suppression (hierarchy) module
• Methodology will be tested and validated to demonstrate improvement in operator awareness, alarm status
Value:
• Development of “intelligent alarm system” per SMR staff optimization project• Can contribute to alarm reduction in different operating conditions• Develop recommendations for alarm management and implementation
MTA 2018-A Alarm Prioritization and Filtering Methodology Improvement
gg p j p pp yDevelop and build prototype system for demonstration
Suggestion to move project start up to 2017 apply results sooner
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Additional Project Details
New plants are particularly sensitive to this issue (significant to exclusive digital I&C)– 50,000+ potential alarms and combinations in some systems– Presentation of alarms has a direct impact on responseAn event-based hierarchy module would reduce alarm
overload risks (APDS)
Source: Portland Tribune
APDS: tested and validated– Operator awareness
improvement
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Why Invest in This Project?
Intelligent alarm system identified as a high want(essential) for staffing impactSupports generic, vendor-
agnostic solutions
Co-Funding from Tecnatom for Development tasksSource: Tecnatom
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Issue:
• GPS-level location information highly desirable indoors (in-plant)• Nuclear plant adoption is limited• IPS can interface with myriad plant information systems
Scope:
• Develop functional specifications for IPS• Detailed technical and cost review of available solutions• Identify use-cases for application of technology• Conduct proof-of-concept testing
Value:
• Collection of geo-referenced dosimetry and rad survey data• Further development of enabling technology for plants• Will provide key information about deploying the technology
MTA 2017-C Evaluation of Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS)
g yProof-of-concept testing to assess performance characteristics,
insight into installation and usability
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Why Invest in This Project? Fully vet and evaluate IPS technologies
that can support dozens of other technologies– The foundational technology for improving
cost and staffing impact in other plant functions
Complete picture of costs: deployment, lifecycle, and O&M Key enabling technology for automating
RP tasks (monitoring and dosimetry, ALARA, rad monitoring/analysis)– Potential staffing impact exceeding 5 FTE
(if implemented with other complementary systems)
Source: Q-Track Corp.
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Issue:
• Strong need for robotic support in normal and extreme environments (rad-hardened, high-temp, etc.); tight spaces
• Custom solutions are expensive and usually single purpose
Scope:
• Evaluate modular robotics that are small, modular, inexpensive, with multiple applications/environments
• Evaluate what qualifications or standards are required for off-the-shelf, plus who manages the platform (utility or contractor)
Value:
• Multiple O&M task benefits single robotic system• Address: worker dose, space constraints, cost• Multi-phased approach
MTA 2018-B Common Platform Robotics
Modular & reconfigurable robots are in use in other industries
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Detailed Project Approach
Task 1: Industry evaluation, survey of modular robotics– Basic research (who’s using it?), benchmark (including standards)Task 2: Evaluate available reconfigurable platforms
– Vendor solutions and applications, lifecycle experience (cost, O&M)Task 3: Compare to custom solutions; cost-benefit evaluation
Source: Stanford University Source: M-Tran
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Detailed Project Approach, cont’d
Task 4: Standards and qualification– Identify qualification requirements for
applications; commercial dedicationTask 5: Knowledge and application gaps
– Knowledge gap summary what is needed for adoption?
– Recommendation for demonstration, proof-of-concept test
Source: Gizmag
g g ( g y )Inspection staff impact potential
Quantifiable understanding of costs vs. custom, single-solution (including lifecycle)
http://swf.tubechop.com/tubechop.swf?vurl=QQSHFkITIiI&start=48.4&end=127.92&cid=8205091
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Gaps for Use of Digital I&C Systems
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Issue:
• Current cyber vulnerability and controls processes have struggled with technical effectiveness
• Efficient vulnerability resolution remains elusive• Little integration with other risk processes
Scope:
• Hazards analysis approach for digital & cyber elements• Determine effectiveness of controls • Connect cyber vulnerabilities to plant consequences
Value:
• A risk-based approach that links vulnerability with consequences• Investigation of risk analysis via PRA tool add-on• New plant use-case pilots add high impact
MTA 2017-A Risk Informed and Enhanced Cyber Security Vulnerability Assessment Methods for New Plants
Digital I&C Group active project ready for new plant stakeholder input
$700M - $1.2B on cyber securityimplementation
to-date
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Funding for Phase 3 and 4 Phase 3 Scope:
– Pen and Ink Pilots with existing plants and new build– Onsite workshops with participants– Analysis of results after each workshop with iterative refinement and usability
of the methods and process– Develop final validated method and process and functional spec for
Phoenix/CAFTA cyber security module Phase 4 Scope:
– Develop Detail Phoenix/CAFTA (PRA) specification– Develop companion process guidance based on Phase 3 methods– Develop and implement a beta Phoenix module – Conduct onsite workshops with participants to validate and refine– Deliver final Phoenix Cyber Security module to members– Develop CBT/Training for technology transfer
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Highly Leveraged Project
ANT Contribution : ~ 15% Total Project Funding
$4M funding (2014 – 2018)
TI
DOE
NUC
GEN
• Strategic Gap Funding (SGF)• I&C• ANT
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Issue:
• Previous work recommended strategies for mitigating digital I&C obsolescence risk, including “stockpiling”
• What is the long-term storage capacity of I&C hardware?• What is the cost of planning for replacement and licensing risk?
Scope:
• Evaluate aging mechanisms of digital I&C hardware• Identify best-practice storage mechanisms and processes• Evaluate cost of equipment storage vs. alternative replacement
Value:
• Close a key gap in the obsolescence lifecycle planning process (LCMP)• Develop methodology for inventory practices and replacement processes• Better address obsolescence cost burdens
MTA 2017-D Digital I&C Obsolescence: Long-Term Hardware Storage and Aging Mechanisms
Co-funding with Digital I&C Group extremely likely
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Why Invest in This Project?Establish and quantify long-term
storage and aging risks of critical digital I&C equipment– Build in to a proactive,
obsolescence management plan– Fully comprehend the obsolescence
cost burden of storageDigital-to-digital changes
continue to be leading I&C costs to the industry– Cyber security and Common Cause
FailureLearn from other industries’
experiences
Turbine Control
Control Rods
Pressurizer Spray
Letdown Control
ChargingPumps
Pressurizer Heaters
Turbine Bypass
FeedwaterControl
Network
Network
Rod Control
Feedwater Control
Pressurizer Level
Turbine Control
Pressurizer Pressure
Turbine Bypass
Original Analog Controls Obsolete, Digital Point Solution
Managed Platform
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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Proposed 2017 – 2018 Projects – M&C
Materials & Components (M&C)
M&C RFA #1: Advanced Fabrication and Manufacturing Techniques
M&C 2017-C Additive Manufacturing Development
M&C 2018-D Evaluation of New Anti-Corrosion Surface Treatment Technologies for New Plants
M&C 2018-E Development of Adaptive Feedback Welding for Repair and Fabrication
M&C RFA #2: Material Performance and Inspection
M&C 2017-A Investigation of New Residual Stress Mitigation Techniques
M&C 2017-B Comprehensive Identification of New Plant NDE Needs
M&C 2017-D Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping
M&C 2018-A Economic Evaluation of Upgrading Materials for New Plants
M&C 2018-B PWSCC Testing and Revision to Alloy 690 Tubing Specification
M&C RFA #3: New Materials Development
M&C 2018-C Support of Advanced 52 Weld Metal Development and Enhancement
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Materials & Components TAC Charter The Materials and Components technical area primarily addresses class 1, 2, and 3 piping systems and related components such as valves, heat exchangers, and pumps. For existing components and materials, we look to determine optimal methods for fabrication, installation, and operation. We also do R&D to identify and develop new applications of materials and components, investigating both metallic and non-metallic materials, which may perform better than existing applications. The M&C TAC also identifies and develops new or improved methods for joining, inspecting, and maintaining piping and components, including chemistry and other processes that can reduce or mitigate degradation mechanisms, to support decreased installation and O&M costs and increase reliability and safety.
Three Research Focus Areas have been identified by the TAC:– Advanced Manufacturing and Fabrication Techniques– Material Performance and Inspection– New Materials Development
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M&C RFA – Advanced Manufacturing & Fabrication Drivers:
– Current manufacturing technologies can be antiquated, expensive, and time consuming– Often the current processes result in components susceptible to degradation mechanisms, quality
variations, difficult inspection, and challenging maintenance. Opportunities: New technologies provide the ability to fabricate nuclear plant components with
numerous benefits including – Quicker production, improved material and mechanical properties, greater design flexibility, alternate supply
chain, improved inspectability, and higher quality. Scope: Advanced & innovative techniques for the manufacture, processing, or joining of materials
for nuclear power applications with the ultimate goal of reducing cost, decreasing procurement time, and improving performance.
Priorities:‒ Powder Metallurgy (Feasibility and Evaluation, Elimination of DMW, Code Development, Can Fabrication,
ALWR and SMR Component Demonstration)‒ Additive Manufacturing (Additive Manufacturing Development) ‒ Advanced Welding Techniques (Thick Section Welding)
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M&C 2017-C Additive Manufacturing Development
Issue:
• Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a developing technology that requires significant R&D, technology demonstration, updated standards, regulatory acceptance, and guidance for nuclear applications
Scope:
• Join ORNL Additive Manufacturing Consortium• Develop and implement roadmap for AM• Generate guidelines for implementation of Additive Manufacturing for nuclear• Demonstrate AM through mock-up fabrication (samples) and assessment
Value:
• Fill in knowledge and data gaps• Generate guidance for nuclear application• Lay the foundation for industry use of AM
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M&C 2018-D Evaluation of New Anti-Degradation Surface Treatment Technologies
Issue:• New and improved anti-degradation surface treatment technologies have not been evaluated to
determine their effectiveness or applicability to new applications
Scope:
• Identify new surface treatment technologies• Identify key components for surface treatment• Analysis and down selection of new surface treatments and key components• Testing of new surface treatment technology
Value:
• Support the identification and development of new surface treatment technologies that are:• Less time-consuming to implement• Require less labor• Cheaper
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M&C 2018-E Development of Adaptive Feedback Weldingfor Repair and Fabrication
Issue:• Current welding processes are slow and cannot adapt to changes in the welding geometry.
Scope:
• Develop sensing concepts that can recognize the welding cavity and geometries. • Develop robotic equipment capable of scanning the weld cavity and adjusting welding.
parameters to compensate for what is scanned.• Perform demonstrations of welding using the developed robotics.
Value:• Almost complete automation of welding fabrication.• Significant cost savings from reduction in labor hours and increased quality.
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Just one more thing…
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Qualification of Additive Manufacturing Components for Nuclear Applications
Issue:
• There is potential to deploy Additive Manufacturing (AM) methods to produce reactor internal components with complex geometries rapidly with improved performance, while reducing the cost and time to market.
• However, code and regulatory bodies are skeptical about adopting these components for real-life service due to the scatter in metallurgical and mechanical properties emanating from machine specific process variations.
Scope:
• Develop an innovative qualification strategy for complex nuclear components produced by laser powder bed AM.
• Leverage relevant technology from recent welding developments, as well as, emerging process analytics, high- performance computation models, in-situ monitoring and big-data mining.
Value:
• Laser-based power bed AM processes have the potential to develop an entirely new field for manufacturing nuclear internal components.
• This project will potentially determine if the laser powder bed AM can indeed manufacture nuclear components with robust quality and performance.
• Project will create a pathway to nuclear qualification of laser powder bed AM components.
Partnering with DOE and 2 other organizations. DOE contributing $1M, EPRI cost share is 20%
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Advanced Manufacturing & FabricationResearch Focus Area Technical Topic
Recently Completed Projects
Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
Advanced
Man
ufacturin
g an
d Fabrication
PM‐HIP
Elimination of DMWsAlloy Code
Development (ASTM & ASME)
Can Fabrication
Feasibility & evaluation (DOE Project)
ALWR & SMR Component Demonstration
Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing Development AM Qualification and Code AcceptanceORNL Additive Manufacturing Consortium
Advanced Welding
Thick Section Welding (WRTC Support)
Evaluation of Anti‐Corrosion Surface Treatment Technologies
Surface Treatment Tech Transfer
Adaptive Feedback Welding (AFW) AFW Tech Transfer
Misc.
Cost Comparison Between
Manufacturing Techniques
Repair of New Manufacturing Techniques
Completed Project Identifying Applications for Bi‐MetalllicsActive Project
Scoped ProjectTI Strategic Program Advanced Manufacturing (TI Project)
Concept
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M&C RFA – Material Performance & Inspection Drivers: Current NDE requirements and technologies can be
– Expensive to implement and maintain– impactful to critical path during outage time
Opportunities: New techniques can better focus NDE resources by– Eliminating extraneous inspection locations & frequencies– Obtaining credit for reduced material susceptibility– Potentially mitigating indications at the source
Scope: Influencing plant operation through inspection & performance can be achieved four ways:1. Improve NDE equipment (speed, cost, accuracy)2. Develop NDE techniques (data manipulation, methods)3. Assess technical basis for inspection locations & frequencies4. Mitigate degradation/flaws at the source (RS improvement, material procurement/processing)
Priorities:‒ TAC will not emphasize 1 & 2, but will document issues and goals to feed EPRI NDE programs‒ Risk-Informed Methodologies (RI Strategies – AP1000 Pilot)‒ Technical Basis for Residual Stress Mitigation (RSM) (Residual Stress Guidelines, Real time NDE)‒ Material Specifications & Procurement (ALWR Water Chemistry Guidelines, EAF Data Generation)
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M&C 2017-A Investigation of New Residual Stress Mitigation Techniques
Issue:• Many alternative Residual Stress Mitigation techniques are available in industry that have not
been investigated for nuclear application
Scope:
• Identify RSM techniques for evaluation• Identify key locations (thicknesses or geometries) that are good candidates for new RSM
techniques. What are applications that current techniques do not address?• Select RSM techniques for further evaluation• Develop a qualification plan• Conduct testing of RSM methods
Value:
• Identify new Residual Stress Mitigation Techniques that are potentially:• More effective at addressing residual stress• Less expensive• Available for difficult installations
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M&C 2018-A Economic Evaluation of Upgrading Materials for New Plants
Issue:
• Using the best material for every system and component results in a plant that is too expensive to build, operate, and maintain
• Need to identify the optimal locations in the plant for the utilization of improved materials
Scope:
• Identification of Top Materials-Related Issues in Current Nuclear Plants• Identification of Plant Costs Associated with Management of the Top Materials-Related Issues• Economic Assessment of Materials Upgrades to Eliminate Materials-Related Issues
Value:• Provide an economic analysis on the benefit of selecting degradation adverse materials for
systems and components
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M&C 2017-B Comprehensive Identification of New Plant NDE Needs
Issue:• The NDE committees are not aware of the specific NDE needs for new plants
Scope:
• Project will identify the inspection scenarios, commitments, and locations that are unique to the new plant designs
• Project will include opportunity assessments to indicate where applicable work has already started
• Report will include identifying access issues for performing NDE• New plant NDE technology gaps will be identified
Value:• Document the issues that are most important to new plants for leverage within the NDE
committees for new plant NDE technology development.
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M&C 2017-D Guidance on the Application of HDPE Piping
Issue:
• The ANT project on ASME Code Acceptance of HDPE is coming to a close• There is a need to document lessons learned and develop guidelines for the procurement of
HDPE pipe to better educate and guide utilities around potential issues
Scope:
• Project will provide guidance on the procurement of both Non-Safety and Safety-Related HDPE to ensure it has the characteristics to sustain long term plant operation
• Report will not be a comprehensive guide to HDPE design; rather, it is intended to provide supplemental guidance to support utility engineers involved in the design, specification, and installation of HDPE piping
Value:
• Clearly documents the elements of HDPE specification and procurement that are necessary to ensure an acceptable product is placed in service
• Capstone of EPRI HDPE work• 50/50 cost share with BOPC
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M&C 2018-B PWSCC Testing and Revision to Alloy 690 Specification
Issue:
• Several relatively new processes for fabrication or pre-treatment of steam generator tubing are currently being evaluated for incorporation into 690 Tubing Specification
• Further testing is necessary to justify the addition of these methods to the 690 specification
Scope:
• Project will conduct testing to evaluate whether three new processes have any impact on PWSCC initiation in Alloy 690 steam generator tubing
• Alloy 690 Specification would be revised to include the techniques that could be substantiated through testing
Value:
• Address key material integrity questions that will facilitate determining whether new pre-treatment and fabrication processes can be incorporated in the Alloy 690 specification.
• Formally accepting these processes in specification would facilitate the use of pre-filming during production for utilities seeking to minimize source term, radiation fields and worker exposure following SG replacement and/or new plant construction
• Cost Share with NSSMC
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Material Performance & InspectionResearch Focus Area Technical Topic
Recently Completed Projects
Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
Material P
erform
ance and
Inspectio
n
Risk Informed MethodsRI Procurement and ISI
RI Strategies – AP1000 Pilot Plants
Expand RI Applicability to SMR Designs
Volume of Primary Interest Inspections
Residual Stress Mitigation
Residual Stress Guidelines
Investigation of New Residual Stress Mitigation Techniques RSM Code Support
Real Time NDE during Welding (WRTC Support)Inspection Credit for Proactive
RSM
Material Specs and Procurement
Weld & Fabrication Critical Factors, 690 Fabrication
Guidelines
690 SG Tubing SpecSG Tube Pre‐filming Assessment (NSSMC
Support)Revise 690 Tubing Specification
690 Procurement Spec HDPE Application Guidelines (BOPC Support)Opportunities for
Enhanced Specification
Misc.
Single Side NDE New Plant NDE NeedsUpgraded Material Economic Analysis
Inspectability of New Plant Components
Water Chemistry for SMR’s
Completed ProjectALWR Water Chemistry Generic ALWR Water Chemistry Guidelines (Chemistry Support)
Active Project
Scoped ProjectEAF GAP Analysis EAF Long Term Testing Data Generation (BWRVIP, MRP, & PSCR Support)
Concept
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M&C RFA – New Materials Development Drivers: Material properties are the ultimate limitation that drives
– Designs, configurations, and operating / maintenance limitations. Opportunities: The ability to improve on materials and their properties has a cascading
effect on all aspects of a nuclear plant, providing opportunities for– Simpler designs, accessible and inspectable configurations, and improved operating margin
and performance. Scope: Assess new material options and develop property data, address knowledge
gaps in pursuit of code or regulatory acceptance for mature materials. Priorities:
‒ Weld metals (52/152 PWSCC Initiation Time, 52M Weldability Screening Test)‒ BOP Material Options (ASME Code Acceptance of HDPE)‒ MMMs & MDMs (Review MMMs for gaps, SMR MMM)
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M&C 2018-C Support of Advanced 52 Weld Metal Development and Enhancement
Issue:
• 52 type weld metals are notoriously difficult to consistently weld• Subtle changes in material chemistry or welding parameters can increase susceptibility to
cracking• Leads to extensive repair and rework costing millions of dollars
Scope:
• 52 type weld metal projects are currently under development in WRTC. This project would provide support to accelerate the following 2 projects.• New Alternative High Chromium Nickel-base Weld Metal - Development of a new filler material that is
resistant to stress corrosion cracking, solidification cracking, and ductility dip cracking• 52M Weldability Screening Test - Development of a simplified “go/no-go” weldability test to screen heats
of high chromium nickel-base weld metals for solidification and ductility dip cracking susceptibility
Value:• Increase weld quality and mitigate repair/rework• Reduce uncertainty and improve production schedules
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New Materials Development
Research Focus Area
Technical TopicRecently Completed Projects
Current Projects 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021+
New
Materials Develop
men
t
Weld Metals
52/152 PWSCC Initiation Time (MRP Support)
Support of Advanced 52 Weld Metal Development and Enhancement
BOP Materials
HDPE (Oxidation, Radiation, Fire Testing, Seismic, Carbon fiber reinforced)
ASME Code Acceptance of HDPE (BOPC Support)
New Material Scoping
AdvancedReactors
Advanced Reactor Material
Development
Completed ProjectMaterials
Management Matrix
ALWR Designs SMR MMM’s (Design Specific)Active Project
Scoped Project
Concept
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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Member Satisfaction - Background EPRI has captured member satisfaction
feedback in various forms for many years
Current member satisfaction survey adopted by Board in 2006
Results reviewed regularly with Board– one of Corporate Performance Indices (CPIs)
Member feedback used to drive continuous improvement across EPRI
Helps prioritize efforts – focus on areas with greatest impact on
satisfaction
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Nuclear Member Satisfaction Survey Results
Overall Performance
Ease of Doing Business
Technical Program Value
Overall Satisfaction
2015 Results
2010-2015 Trend
92.3%
Overall Performance
Ease of Doing Business
Technical Program Value
86.1%
93.2%
92.4%
75%
80%
85%
90%
95%
100%
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
• Impact of research on improving my business• The program's strategic priorities and directions• Quality of research results• Relevance of research carried out by the program• Technical staff expertise
Top ranked aspects of EPRI Experience
yWho completed the Survey
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Category Initiative Timeframe
Research and Development
• Research Focus Areas• Project Overview Forms• Quality Management Program Implemented 2016
Tech Transfer
• Executive Summary• Onsite EPRI updates/regional meetings• International workshops• International NPC• Digital Strategy (ongoing)
Implemented 2016
Simplification• On-line Pricing• Invoice Review• New Pricing Model
Implemented 2016
Website • New Search Engine• Member Center Improvements Implemented 2016
Improvement Initiatives
Listening and Responding to the Feedback of our Members
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Becomes
Digital Delivery Enhancements
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Becomes
Digital Delivery Enhancements
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New Search EngineThe search engine gets smarter over
time based on use. It tracks what people search and where they go with the results.
The more the search engine is used, the faster it learns.
As it learns, features such as relevance and search term
recognition will dramatically improve, and as a result improve
your search experience. You make the search engine better
by using it!
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2015 Nuclear Member Satisfaction Scores, by Area≤86% 87%-90% ≥91%
Program Area Overall Performance
Technical Program Value
Ease of Doing Business
Overall Satisfaction Total
Nuclear Sector Council 94.4% 96.6% 81.1% 93.3% 91.3%
Materials Degradation / Aging 91.5% 92.1% 84.2% 92.1% 90.0%
Fuel Reliability 89.5% 91.4% 89.5% 89.5% 90.0%
Used Fuel and High-Level Waste Management 96.8% 96.0% 90.5% 97.8% 95.3%
Nondestructive Evaluation 90.0% 92.7% 81.8% 90.0% 88.6%
Equipment Reliability 91.0% 91.2% 83.8% 90.7% 89.2%
Risk and Safety Management 92.2% 94.4% 91.1% 91.1% 92.2%
Strategic Initiatives (ANT and LTO) 95.0% 95.7% 90.7% 95.7% 94.2%
Chemistry, Low-Level Waste and Radiation Management 94.4% 94.4% 88.8% 95.8% 93.3%
Total 92.3% 93.2% 86.1% 92.4% 91.0%
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2015 Nuclear Member Satisfaction Scores, by Area≤86% 87%-90% ≥91%
Program Area Overall Performance
Technical Program Value
Ease of Doing Business
Overall Satisfaction Total
Nuclear Sector Council 94.4% 96.6% 81.1% 93.3% 91.3%
Materials Degradation / Aging 91.5% 92.1% 84.2% 92.1% 90.0%
Fuel Reliability 89.5% 91.4% 89.5% 89.5% 90.0%
Used Fuel and High-Level Waste Management 96.8% 96.0% 90.5% 97.8% 95.3%
Nondestructive Evaluation 90.0% 92.7% 81.8% 90.0% 88.6%
Equipment Reliability 91.0% 91.2% 83.8% 90.7% 89.2%
Risk and Safety Management 92.2% 94.4% 91.1% 91.1% 92.2%
Strategic Initiatives (ANT and LTO / ANT Only) 95.0% / 96% 95.7% / 98% 90.7% / 88% 95.7% / 96% 94.2% / 94.5%
Chemistry, Low-Level Waste and Radiation Management 94.4% 94.4% 88.8% 95.8% 93.3%
Total 92.3% 93.2% 86.1% 92.4% 91.0%
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ANT Member Satisfaction, Year over Year
Year Overall Performance
Technical Program Value
Ease of Doing Business
Overall Satisfaction Total
2013 87.1% 87.1% 84.2% 84.2% 85.7%
2014 92.0% 88.0% 90.6% 90.6% 90.3%
2015 95.0% 95.7% 90.7% 95.7% 94.2%
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ANT Specific Feedback from Last SurveyThings we are doing Great
Quality of Research Results
We need to keep this up and we need your help to make sure we do.
TAC, IC, and APC Involvement
Strategic Priorities and Direction
Technical Staff Expertise
Format Results are Delivered
Things we are doing Less Great
Impact of Research on Your Business The roadmaps, RFAs, and multi-yearplans are intended to address this.
Are they working?Relevance of Research
Ease of Understanding Content of Results New Executive Summaries Coming
Website See earlier slide on EPRI Search Engine
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Survey instrument
Key components …1. Who you are
without a name and organization, we can’t count your input!
2. Number of years you have been an Advisor
3. How we’re doing
4. How you assess EPRI value
5. Key improvement in ease of doing business
6. Value you have received from this Program
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Survey instrument
Key components7. Rate each statement based on how
satisfied you are8. Rank the top 5 statements as
indicated in the instructions9. Would you recommend EPRI10.If you are not satisfied with us in any
area, please tell us why
9
10
7
8
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
TIME TOPIC PRESENTER
8:00 am Introduction / Meeting Objectives / ANT Status Ron King / Ron Jones8:45 am EPC TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects David Scott9:30 am MTA TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Matt O’Connor10:15 am Break10:45 am M&C TAC: Final Roadmaps and 2017 & 2018 Projects Craig Stover11:30 am Member Survey All12:00 pm Lunch – Crescent City Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)1:00 pm Member Status of New Build Projects Members1:30 pm Update on Advanced Manufacturing Program Craig Stover, Dave Gandy2:00 pm Update on Advanced Reactor Program Andrew Sowder2:30 pm Break All3:00 pm Financial Review Ron King3:30 pm Group Discussion: 2017 & 2018 Project Plan, Multiyear Plan All4:15 pm Upcoming Meetings and Schedule All4:30 pm Adjourn
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