5. Digital Instrumentation and Control Systems and Other Advanced Digital Technologies for Enhancing Nuclear Power Plant Performance
Advanced digital technologies offer opportunities to optimize operations and maintenance at nuclear power plants, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and security.Â
This publication will explore how advanced instrumentation and control systems and digital technologies can enhance nuclear power plant performance across critical attributes, such as availability, operational flexibility, engineering efficiency and environmental sustainability.Â
It will offer an up-to-date overview of proven practices, innovative approaches and lessons learned throughout the plant life cycle, from design and construction to operation and long-term management. Developed to support Member States and stakeholders of the nuclear power industry, this publication, which is part of the IAEAÂ Nuclear Energy Series, emphasizes methods that ensure safety, reliability and cost-effectiveness while leveraging digital technologies