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10 articles for “Nuclear fuel management”
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A Survey of Genetic Algorithm Applications in Nuclear Fuel Management
Abstract: The prime aim of nuclear fuel management is to achieve higher fuel utilization without compromising safety during reactor operation. Nuclear fuel management optimization is a classical nuclear engineering problem, which has been studied for more than four decades and several techniques have been used for its solution. Genetic algorithm is one among the major global optimization techniques, used in the field of nuclear fuel management. Aim of this paper is …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 45–62 Read article
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Role of Machine Learning Principles for Efficient Nuclear Fuel Management and Design
Abstract: The introduction of machine learning (ML) and evolutionary computation methods in addressing complex nuclear fuel management challenges has brought a significant positive change in the domain of nuclear fuel management. Key applications include fuel assembly design optimization, core loading pattern determination, burnup calculation acceleration, fuel performance prediction, and spent fuel characterization. The analysis reveals significant improvements in computational efficiency, prediction accuracy, and optimization capabilities when ML techniques are properly integrated …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–33 Read article
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Parallel Genetic Algorithm for Fuel Bundle Burnup Optimization of Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor
Abstract: In this study, parallel genetic algorithm (GA) was applied to solve an optimization problem of nuclear fuel management pertaining to a 220 MWe pressurized heavy water reactor (PHWR). The study aims at finding appropriate values of reference discharge burnups of two zones of the reactor core which gives maximum fuel economy, while satisfying operational and safety-related constraints. This is a multiobjective optimization problem with four objectives and four constraints. Penalty …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–24 Read article
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Interim Storage of Spent Nuclear Fuel: An Assessment of Technologies and Challenges
Abstract: Spent fuel discharged from nuclear reactors must necessarily be handled further, whether or not a closed fuel cycle is adopted by a nation. Thus every nuclear facility must have provisions of spent fuel storage to cool it sufficiently and to allow its radioactivity to decrease substantially before reprocessing or before its ultimate disposal. With increasing importance of nuclear power in the days to come, it will become necessary to handle …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Reducing Environmental Impact through Optimized Non-Renewable Resource Management: A Systematic Review of Technological Advances
Abstract: The term "optimized use of non-renewable resources" describes the prudent management and optimization of limited natural resources that are difficult to replenish or regenerate quickly. Minerals, nuclear fuels, and fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas) are examples of resources that are not renewable. The abstract idea is to minimize waste, the impact on the environment, and the pace of depletion while optimizing the utility obtained from these resources. Advanced …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Radioactive Waste Management
Abstract: Abstract Nuclear power is that the solely large-scale energy-producing technology that takes full responsibility for all its wastes and absolutely prices this into the merchandise. The quantity of radioactive wastes is incredibly little relative to wastes made by fuel electricity generation. Used fuel is also treated as a resource or just as a waste. Nuclear wastes square measure neither notably venturesome nor exhausting to manage relative to alternative harmful industrial …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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The Next Era of Nuclear Engineering: Beyond Fission
Abstract: Nuclear engineering is going through a big change as new technologies strain the limits of classical fission-based power generation. This article talks about the future generation of nuclear technologies, such as new reactor designs, small modular reactors (SMRs), and the growing potential of nuclear fusion. It looks at how these changes are meant to make nuclear energy safer, use less fuel, and create less long-lived radioactive waste, which are all …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Utilization of Gaseous Core Based Nuclear Reactors for Efficient Power Production and Nuclear Waste Management
Abstract: AbstractAs long as the demand for worldwide energy continues, the need for nuclear energy will always be in the forefront of the energy sector. However, Fukushima tribulations require us to look for safer and more efficient ways of designing nuclear power plants. Hence, it is essential to look for advanced ways of creating special types of nuclear reactors that work outside conventional parameters. Gas core nuclear reactors are such reactors …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Thyroid Disorders in Regard to Aetiology, Clinical Patterns, Management
Abstract: Thyroid disorders are one of the important and common endocrine problems encountered in clinical and occupational practice in all age groups more frequently in women and in adult population. Amongst all the functional thyroid disorders, hypothyroidism is far more common than hyperthyroidism. Recognition of this condition at an early stage can delay the progression to overt disease. Appropriate use of biochemical test, i.e., thyroid function test can delineate practically all …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Nuclear power—benefit or threat? Nuclear Engineering and Technology Examination
Abstract: As the globe struggles with climate change and energy security, nuclear power is back in the news. This low-carbon, high-output alternative to fossil fuels can stabilise electrical networks, say supporters. Critics say catastrophic accidents, radioactive waste, high costs, and technology spread are risks. When the earth is warming quickly and energy demand is expanding worldwide, finding reliable, low-carbon energy sources is more critical than ever. Nuclear power is a potential …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 24–36 Read article