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Core Discharge Monitor Machine Learning Algorithm For Candus With Fuel Separator Method
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Angelo Antonio Alessandrello, Federica Mingrone, Stephan Bertl
Abstract:
A large fraction of verification activities performed by the IAEA nuclear safeguards inspectors is on safeguards data coming from CANDU…
Counter Proliferation Finance: An Integral Piece Of The Nonproliferation Regime
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Shawn Bray, Sara McMonagle, Tobi Du, Tobi Du
Abstract:
This paper will introduce counterproliferation finance (CPF) measures and how they relate to the overall nonproliferation regime. CPF…
Current Activities And Future Challenges Of Nuclear Security And Safeguards Project In Forum For Nuclear Cooperation In Asia (fnca) And Iscn Engagement
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Yosuke Naoi
Abstract:
In response for to the diversification of energy resources, several Asian countries have currently considered nuclear power as an option.…
Data And Model Selection To Detect Sparse Events From Multiple Sensor Modalities
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Nidhi Parikh, Garrison Flynn, Daniel Archer, Tom Karnowski, Andrew Nicholson, Monica Maceira, Omar Marcillo, William Ray, Randall Wetherington, Michael Willis
Abstract:
Monitoring nuclear facilities is important for nuclear nonproliferation. However, the activities or events of interest are likely to be…
Data Driven Analysis For Modernization Program Management
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Brittany Boser
Abstract:
NNSA is responsible for managing national nuclear security missions: ensuring a safe, secure, and reliable nuclear deterrent; supplying…
Data Science Meets Nuclear - What Data Analytics, Computational Intelligence And Machine Learning Can Contribute To Nuclear Waste Management And Nuclear Verification
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Lisa Beumer, Irmgard Niemeyer
Abstract:
Data science is multidisciplinary field that deals with the study of the all aspects of data right from its generation to processing to…
Deep Borehole Disposal Of Intermediate-level Waste: Progress From Australia’s RD&D Project
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Dirk Mallants, Yousef Beiraghdar, Christian Doblin, Lionel Esteban, Matthew Josh, Uli Kelka, Manoj Khanal, Peter Schaubs, Baotang Shen, Jingyu Shi, Cornelia Wilske, Junfang Zhang
Abstract:
Australia is evaluating deep borehole disposal as a potential solution for its long-lived intermediate level waste. This waste originates…
Deep Learning For Nuclear Safeguards
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Erik Wolfart, Carlos Sanchez Belenguer, V. Sequeira
Abstract:
Nuclear inspectors benefit from location-based services in several ways: i) to independently verify the current position and navigate…
Deep Learning Techniques To Increase Productivity Of Safeguards Surveillance Review
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Maikael Thomas, Stefano Passerini, Yonggang Cui, Joshua Rutkowski, Shinjae Yoo, Yuewei Lin, Ji Hwan Park, Michael Reed Smith, Martin Moeslinger
Abstract:
Nuclear safeguards inspectors expend significant effort in reviewing video surveillance for safeguards relevant events, especially in…
Defensive Computer Security Architectures For Facilities With Radioactive Materials
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Gregory A. Herdes, Gregory K. White, Michael T. Rowland, John A. Sladek
Abstract:
The cybersecurity of physical protection systems protecting radioactive material should be based on solid fundamentals. Defensive Computer…
Delivering Graduate Nuclear Security Education: Teaching Nuclear Security Policy To Nuclear Engineers
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Kenan Ünlü, Katherine M. Bachner
Abstract:
Pennsylvania State University’s nuclear engineering program offers a master’s degree in Nuclear Security. This program is the first master’…
Demonstration Of Automation Technologies For Nuclear Material Handling
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):William Stafford, Catherine Mancuso
Abstract:
From December 2019 to January 2020, SRNL R&DE conducted automation capability demonstrations. An industrial robotic arm and an…
Design Considerations for the Field Use of International Nuclear Safeguards Technology
Type:JNMM
Volume:49
Issue:2
Author(s):Alicia Swift, Karen K. Hogue, Jill N. Cooley, Bruce W. Moran, Brian Paul
Abstract:
The process of developing and deploying safeguards technology should be carried out in such a way that it supports the International Atomic…
Design Information Verification Of A Geological Repository For High Level Waste Using Muon Radiography
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Michael Weekes, Katharina Aymanns, Irmgard Niemeyer, Lee F Thompson, Christiane Vieh
Abstract:
In most countries, the preferred long-term storage option for high level waste (HLW), is encapsulation followed by disposal in geological…
Designing A Dynamic, Versatile Safeguards Surveillance Fleet With Modern Technology Advancements
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Angela Moore, Kelly Jenkins, James Garner, Jacob Benz, Johnathan Cree, Jason Hite, Matthew MacDougall, Nathan Moore, Nathaniel Smith, Greg Westphal
Abstract:
The International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Next Generation Surveillance System (NGSS) maintains continuity of knowledge over nuclear…
Detecting Nuclear Material Diversion At The State-level - Challenges And Opportunities
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Claude F. Norman, Jacques G Baute
Abstract:
INFCIRC/153 (Corrected) designates nuclear material accountancy as a safeguards measure of fundamental importance in detecting the…
Detection Of Partial Defects In Spent Fuel Assemblies With The Help Of Machine Learning
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Riccardo Rossa, Alessandro Borella
Abstract:
The detection of partial defects, i.e. missing fuel pins, in spent fuel assemblies is a challenging tasks during a safeguards inspection.…
Developing A Security Program For The X-Energy HALEU Fuel Fabrication Facility To Support Advanced Reactors
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Joseph Rivers, Jennifer Wheeler, Gerard Couture
Abstract:
As applicants and vendors begin to bring their concepts for advanced reactors and associated fuel fabrication facilities to fruition,…
Development And Demonstration Of A Research Reactor Nuclear Security Risk Model
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Jason T Harris, Emily Bragers, Emma Rekeweg, Destiny White
Abstract:
Nuclear security of research reactors and associated facilities (RRAFs) faces unique challenges. Although RRAFs contain nuclear and…
Development And Implementation Of Online Trainings At ISCN/JAEA
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Naoko Inoue, Naoko Noro, Yoko Kawakubo, Megumi Sekine, Masahiro Okuda, Nobuhiko Hasegawa, Yosuke Naoi
Abstract:
Integrated Support Center for Nuclear Nonproliferation and Nuclear Security (ISCN) of Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) celebrated its 10th…