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A study on enhancing safeguardability of i-SMR using the safeguardability evaluation tool methodology-based safegurads-by-design approach

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: • SMR safeguardability quantitatively assessed using Korea's i-SMR design. • A new methodology with a quantitative evaluation tool (SET) was applied. • The "neutralize" diversion strategy is identified as the most vulnerable. • Optimal safeguards for i-SMR can be achieved by minimizing diversion paths. • Applying dual containment/surveillance effectively reduces diversion risk.

Source: Progress in Nuclear Energy

DOI: 10.1016/j.pnucene.2025.106126

Authors: Hyunho Kang, Seungmin Lee, Jeemin Han, Seung Min Woo

Institutions: Kyung Hee University, Korea Institute of Nuclear Nonproliferation & Control

Language: English

Topic: Nuclear and radioactivity studies

Subfield: Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,930

Funders: Kyung Hee University, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Nuclear Safety and Security Commission, Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning