Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd contracted NUKEM to carry out four feasibility studies seeking to explore the most critical aspects and challenges associated with disposal of fuel debris from the damaged reactor units of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
Description
The project consisted of four feasibility studies:
Mapping of primary containment vessel (PCV) flooring and removal of interference materials
Dismantling and cutting of biological shield
Rail-based transport system
Transport system in fuel debris retrieval cell
Services
NUKEM provided the following services:
Comprehensive evaluation method for selection of the most suitable technologies
Elaboration of options based on standardized criteria
Development of conceptual design for preferred options
Preparation of flow charts, operational sequences, cost analysis, estimated duration, radiation exposure calculations etc.
Safety and vulnerability analysis
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