On the safety evaluation methodology applied in Germany after the Fukushima event


On the safety evaluation methodology applied in Germany after the Fukushima event

Merk, B.; Kliem, S.

The presentation gives an overview on the safety evaluation methodology applied in Germany after the Fukushima event. The general idea of the used evaluation methodology is described. The different evaluation topics based on natural and civilization caused threats will be discussed. Additionally, the new postulated incidents for the safety evaluation are presented. Conclusions are drawn on the applicability of the methodology, originally derived for light water reactors, to fast reactors.

Keywords: Reactor Safety; Fukushima

  • Open Access Logo Contribution to proceedings
    Technical Meeting on Impact of the Fukushima Event on Current and Future Fast Reactor (FR) Designs, 19.-23.03.2012, Dresden, Deutschland: Reproduced by the IAEA
  • Lecture (Conference)
    Technical Meeting on Impact of the Fukushima Event on Current and Future Fast Reactor (FR) Designs, 19.-23.03.2012, Dresden, Deutschland

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