기본 정보
연구 분야
프로젝트
발행물
구성원
article|
gold
·인용수 4
·2024
A Novel Ultrasonic Leak Detection System in Nuclear Power Plants Using Rigid Guide Tubes with FCOG and SNR
You-Rak Choi, Doyeob Yeo, Jae-Cheol Lee, Jai Wan Cho, Sangook Moon
IF 3.5Sensors
초록

Leak detection in nuclear reactor coolant systems is crucial for maintaining the safety and operational integrity of nuclear power plants. Traditional leak detection methods, such as acoustic emission sensors and spectroscopy, face challenges in sensitivity, response time, and accurate leak localization, particularly in complex piping systems. In this study, we propose a novel leak detection approach that incorporates a rigid guide tube into the insulation layer surrounding reactor coolant pipes and combines this with an advanced detection criterion based on Frequency Center of Gravity shifts and Signal-to-Noise Ratio analysis. This dual-method strategy significantly improves the sensitivity and accuracy of leak detection by providing a stable transmission path for ultrasonic signals and enabling robust signal analysis. The rigid guide tube-based system, along with the integrated criteria, addresses several limitations of existing technologies, including the detection of minor leaks and the complexity of installation and maintenance. By enhancing the early detection of leaks and enabling precise localization, this approach contributes to increased reactor safety, reduced downtime, and lower operational costs. Experimental evaluations demonstrate the system's effectiveness, focusing on its potential as a valuable addition to the current array of nuclear power plant maintenance technologies. Future research will focus on optimizing key parameters, such as the threshold frequency shift (Δf) and the number of randomly selected frequencies (N), using machine learning techniques to further enhance the system's accuracy and reliability in various reactor environments.

키워드
Ultrasonic sensorLeak detectionLeakNuclear powerAcousticsMaterials sciencePower (physics)Nuclear power plantNuclear engineeringEngineering
타입
article
IF / 인용수
3.5 / 4
게재 연도
2024