Accident analysis of the spallation neutron source target facility

R. M. Harrington, R. W. Leggett, R. L. Miller, A. L. Sjoreen, C. F. Weber, J. A. Eckroth, C. C. Fields

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Abstract

This paper describes the development and adaptation of accident analysis methods for the Spoliation Neutron Source target facility, which is part of a major new U.S. Department of Energy accelerator complex. The methods developed cover three major accident analysis disciplines: source term, atmospheric dispersion, and consequence evaluation. The source term calculation for a hot cell fire is described, and the interface with the fire hazards analysis is outlined. Atmospheric dispersion coefficients are determined using a comprehensive calculation method that accounts for local variations in terrain. Recent efforts have updated the mercury vapor inhalation dose conversion coefficients, and the impact of the new coefficients on consequences is estimated.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAmerican Nuclear Society Embedded Topical Meeting - 2004 International Topical Meeting on Operating Nuclear Facility Safety, ONFS
Pages44-54
Number of pages11
StatePublished - 2004
EventAmerican Nuclear Society Embedded Topical Meeting - 2004 International Topical Meeting on Operating Nuclear Facility Safety, ONFS - Washington, DC, United States
Duration: Nov 14 2004Nov 18 2004

Publication series

NameAmerican Nuclear Society Embedded Topical Meeting - 2004 International Topical Meeting on Operating Nuclear Facility Safety, ONFS

Conference

ConferenceAmerican Nuclear Society Embedded Topical Meeting - 2004 International Topical Meeting on Operating Nuclear Facility Safety, ONFS
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington, DC
Period11/14/0411/18/04

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