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A Role for Distributed Processing in Advanced Nuclear Materials Control and Accountability Systems
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):R.B. Strittmatter, R. M. Tisinger, William J. Whitty, W. Ford
Abstract:Networking and distributed processing hard ware and software have the potential of greatly enhancing nuclear materials control and…
A STANDARD FOR BARGE TRANSPORT OF TYPE B QUANTITIES OF RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):R.H. Jones, E.L. Wilmot
Abstract:Although barge transportation plays an important role in the general commerce of the United States of America, only two radioactive…
A SUBTRACTIVE APPROACH TO INTERIOR INTRUSION DETECTION SYSTEM DESIGN
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Robert H. Graham, R.J. Sons
Abstract:The subtractive approach to interior intrusion detection system design assumes that all sensors are viable candidates until they are…
A Three-level Approach to Quality Programs for Research, Development, and Production
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):P. Bussolini, R.R. Geoffrion, A.H. Davis
Abstract:A primary mission of the Los Alamos National Laboratory is to develop nuclear weapons systems for the Department of Defense. The activities…
A User-friendly Interactive Control Module for Safeguards Equipment
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Robert C. Holt
Abstract:The use of a microprocessor-based Interactive Control Module (ICM) to provide inspector interface to Containment and Surveillance equipment…
Activated Perimeter Barrier
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):James E. Miranda, Ronald R. Rudolph
Abstract:This paper describes the integration of an activated perimeter barrier into of a physical protection system. Effective perimeter barriers…
Advances in Software Development for Intelligent Interfaces for Alarm and Emergecny Management Consoles
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):M. Rodema Moseley, C.E. Olson
Abstract:Recent advances in technology allow features like voice synthesis, voice and speech recognition, image understanding, and intelligent data…
An Advanced NDA Workstation for Integrated Safeguards
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):G. De Grandi, N. Coppo, U. Sironi, A. Stefanini, R. Giorgesi
Abstract:In this paper we describe the design and development of an advanced NDA workstation, which fits into an integrated data evaluation scheme…
An Alarm Multiplexer Communication System
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):G.V. Herrera
Abstract:A low cost Alarm Multiplexer Communication System (AMCS) has been developed to perform the security sensor monitoring and control functions…
AN ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT OF THE PROBABILITY FOR DAMAGE TO RADIOACfiVE MATERIAL TRANSPORT CASKS DUE TO BARGE COLLISIONS
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):B.L. Hutchison, D.L. Gray, G. Bauer
Abstract:The conditional probability for damage to radioactive material {RAM) transportation casks due to barge collisions was examined using level…
An Expanded Safeguards Role for the DOE Safeguards Analytical Laboratory
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Carleton D. Blngham
Abstract:The New Brunswick Laboratory (NBL) is a Government-owned, Government-operated (GOGO) Laboratory, with the mission to provide and maintain a…
An Immodest Proposal for Dealing with Radioactive Wastes
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Alvin M. Weinberg
Abstract:Chernobyl has pushed waste disposal into second place as the aspect of nuclear energy that most concerns the public. Nevertheless if there…
An Immodest Proposal for Dealing with Radioactive Wastes
Type:JNMM
Volume:15
Issue:1
Author(s):Alvin M. Weinberg
Abstract:The problem of disposal of nuclear wastes is more political than technical. Essentially all high-level waste accident scenarios involve…
ANALYSIS OF THE DHLW CASK UNDER NORMAL AND HYPOTHETICAL ACCIDENT-CONDITION LOADS WITH INITIAL PRESSURE*
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):M. Koploy, W. Schlafer, P. Urias, A. Zimmer, M.M. Warrant
Abstract:ANALYSIS OF THE DHLW CASK UNDER NORMAL AND HYPOTHETICAL ACCIDENTCONDmON LOADS WITH INITIAL PRESSURE. The paper describes analyses performed…
Analysis of Ultrasonic Arc Seal Signatures from the NPD Fuel Bay Demonstration
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):J. F. Brauneisen
Abstract:The Canadian Safeguards Support Program has developed .in underwater seal foi use with spent fuel containment. Ultrasound in conjunction…
ANALYTICAL METHODOLOGY FOR ESTIMATING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT'S OF THE TRANSPORTATION OF NUCLEAR WASTE*
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):Robert E. Luna, J. W. Cashwell, K. S. Neuhauser
Abstract:The U. S. Department of Enef9Y Offices of Defense Programs and Civilian Radioactive Waste Management are in the process of locating fixed…
Application of Quality Assurance to MC&A Systems
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):A.J. Skinner, W.L. Delvin
Abstract:Quality Assurance has been applied to the MC&A function within the Department of Energy's Savannah River Operations Office. It was…
APPLICATION OF SCALE TO THE ANALYSIS OF SPENT FUEL CASKS
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):C. V. Parks
Abstract:The SCALE computational system was developed at the request of the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission for use in cask license…
Assay of Tru Wastes Containing (Alpha,n) Sources
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):C.E. Moss, J.T. Caldwell
Abstract:We have studied methods of determining alpha activity in transuranic waste from the gamma rays produced by the reactions (a,ny), ( and (Q,C…
ASSESSING COSTS AND EFFECTIVENESS OF SAFETY MEASURES FOR THE TRANSIT OF SMALL TYPE A PACKAGES THROUGH ROAD TUNNELS
Type:PATRAM Proceedings
Author(s):P. Hubert, P. Pages, C. Ringot, E. Tomachevsky, J. Hamard
Abstract:ASSESSING COSTS AND EFFECTIVENESS OF SAFETY MEASURES FOR THE TRANSIT OF SMALL TYPE A PACKAGES THROUGH ROAD TUNNELS. The Mont Blanc Tunnel…