| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8070694 | Annals of Nuclear Energy | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
⺠A semi-Markov model for evaluating the rupture frequencies and reliability of the piping system in nuclear power plant is proposed. ⺠The flaw initiation is modelled by Weibull distribution. ⺠The influence of flaw and leak inspection intervals on the piping rupture probability is investigated. ⺠The proposed model provides a tool set to optimize the pipe inspection and maintenance program over the life cycle of the plant. ⺠It was observed that the pipe rupture rate increases with increase in the variability of time to flaw initiation distribution.
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Authors
Arun Veeramany, Mahesh D. Pandey,