What is PD IEC/TR 62918 - Wireless devices for I&C systems in NPPs about?
As the nuclear power industry moves to upgrade many of its older electronic systems, wireless technology may become an attractive alternative to wired systems.
PD IEC/TR 62918 is a Technical Report that describes the state of wireless technology for industrial applications in fossil and chemical plants and discusses the specific issues to be addressed in order to apply wireless technologies to nuclear power plants (NPPs).
The review of the technology behind wireless communication and the status of existing implementations are described in PD IEC/TR 62918, respectively. Issues associated with wireless implementations in nuclear facilities are discussed and final conclusions are presented in PD IEC/TR 62918.
Who is PD IEC/TR 62918 - Wireless devices for I&C systems in NPPs for?
PD IEC/TR 62918 on wireless devices for I&C systems in NPPs is useful for:
- Nuclear-electric power stations
- Fossil and chemical plants
- Operators of NPP, systems evaluators and licensors
- National authorities
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use PD IEC/TR 62918 - Wireless devices for I&C systems in NPPs?
The conditions imposed by nuclear reactor use are different from those which occur in non-nuclear applications. Exposure to radiation is liable to cause alterations in wireless communication. The properties of wireless devices can be affected by nuclear transformations, heating, and structural changes.
PD IEC/TR 62918 addresses concerns regarding the application, safety and security of integrating wireless technologies into the systems of nuclear power plants. It reviews the motivation for use of wireless applications in nuclear power plants, wireless technology considerations, and the
feasibility of incorporating wireless technology in nuclear power plants.
PD IEC/TR 62918 includes information important to technology adopters and current users by showcasing the current technologies and applications available in this growing field.
Thus, PD IEC/TR 62918 is your guide on making the right selection and best use of wireless devices to be integrated in systems important to safety, such that the performance and integrity of systems is not in any manner compromised. As a result, equipment failures, weak interoperability, high costs and poor transmission, are some of the concerns that can be addressed. This can ultimately ensure that the system’s overall security policy is not violated.
