Nuclear Power Plant Safety and Mechanical Integrity : Design and Operability of Mechanical Systems, Equipment and Supporting Structures

One of the most critical requirements for safe and reliable nuclear power plant operations is the availability of competent maintenance personnel. However, just as the nuclear power industry is experiencing a renaissance, it is also experiencing an exodus of seasoned maintenance professionals due to retirement. The perfect guide for engineers just entering the field or experienced maintenance supervisors who need to keep abreast of the latest industry best practices, Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance: Mechanical Systems, Equipment and Safety covers the most common issues faced in day-to-day operations and provides practical, technically proven solutions. The book also explains how to navigate the various maintenance codes, standards and regulations for the nuclear power industry. Discusses 50 common issues faced by engineers in the nuclear power plant field Provides advice for complying with international codes and standards (including ASME) Describes safety classification for systems and components Includes case studies to clearly explain the lessons learned over decades in the nuclear power industry One of the most critical requirements for safe and reliable nuclear power plant operations is the availability of competent maintenance personnel. However, just as the nuclear power industry is experiencing a renaissance, it is also experiencing an exodus of seasoned maintenance professionals due to retirement. The perfect guide for engineers just entering the field or experienced maintenance supervisors who need to keep abreast of the latest industry best practices, Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance: Mechanical Systems, Equipment and Safety covers the most common issues faced in day-to-day operations and provides practical, technically proven solutions. The book also explains how to navigate the various maintenance codes, standards and regulations for the nuclear power industry.

• Discusses 50 common issues faced by engineers in the nuclear power plant field
• Provides advice for complying with international codes and standards (including ASME)
• Describes safety classification for systems and components
• Includes case studies to clearly explain the lessons learned over decades in the nuclear power industry

Annotation One of the most critical requirements for safe and reliable nuclear power plant operations is the availability of competent maintenance personnel. However, just as the nuclear power industry is experiencing a renaissance, it is also experiencing an exodus of seasoned maintenance professionals due to retirement. The perfect guide for engineers just entering the field or experienced maintenance supervisors who need to keep abreast of the latest industry best practices, Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance: Mechanical Systems, Equipment and Safety covers the most common issues faced in day-to-day operations and provides practical, technically proven solutions. The book also explains how to navigate the various maintenance codes, standards and regulations for the nuclear power industry. Discusses 50 common issues faced by engineers in the nuclear power plant fieldProvides advice for complying with international codes and standards (including ASME)Describes safety classification for systems and componentsIncludes case studies to clearly explain the lessons learned over decades in the nuclear power industry One of the most critical requirements for safe and reliable nuclear power plant operations is the availability of competent maintenance personnel. However, just as the nuclear power industry is experiencing a renaissance, it is also experiencing an exodus of seasoned maintenance professionals due to retirement. The perfect guide for engineers just entering the field or experienced maintenance supervisors who need to keep abreast of the latest industry best practices, this book covers the most common issues faced in day-to-day operations and provides practical, technically proven solutions. Topics include: 50 common issues faced by engineers in the nuclear power plant field; advice for complying with international codes and standards (including SME); safety classification for systems and components; and case studies to clearly explain the lessons learned over decades in the nuclear power industry. -- Edited summary from book Content: Front Matter, Page iii Copyright, Page iv Biography, Page vii Preface, Page ix Acknowledgments, Page xi Acronyms and Description, Pages xiii-xvi Chapter 1 - Regulations, Codes, and Standards, Pages 1-26 Chapter 2 - Design Basis Loads and Qualification, Pages 27-102 Chapter 3 - Examination and Leak Testing, Pages 103-122 Chapter 4 - Suspended Systems, Pages 123-163 Chapter 5 - Supporting Structures, Pages 165-212 Chapter 6 - Materials and Aging Mechanisms, Pages 213-233 Chapter 7 - Operability and Industry Operating Experience, Pages 235-282 Annex 1 - Generic Letters, Pages 283-313 Annex 2 - Bulletins, Pages 315-327 Index, Pages 329-337