Presentation
Development of a Sociotechnical Methodology to Support Nuclear Power Plant Modernization
DescriptionThe existing United States nuclear power plants are in need of modernization of digital technologies to support their operation, maintenance, and support functions to reduce their operating cost. However, they have been historically reluctant to adopt digital technologies due to a range of regulatory and technical challenges. Addressing human and technology integration considerations are one key technical barrier that needs to be addressed. This work describes an approach to addressing human and technology integration challenges in nuclear power plant modernization. Specifically, this work describes the development of a human and technology integration methodology that is being incorporated into a larger business case analysis framework to support plant modernization. This work describes the methodology through the lens of work optimization of a nuclear power plant, discussing its key features, use of emerging human factors and systems thinking methods, and lessons learned in its integration into a broader business case framework.
Contributor
Human Factors Scientist
Event Type
Lecture
TimeThursday, September 12th4:15pm - 4:35pm MST
LocationFLW Salon B
System Development