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IAEA SG’s Equipment Reliability: A New Approach
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Nikolai Khlebnikov, M. Aparo, Mark Schanfein, J. Whichello
Abstract:
The Department of Safeguards within the IAEA utilizes a large and highly diversified inventory of equipment to safeguard nuclear material.…
IAEA Training Course on Unattended and Remote Monitoring
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):George T. Baldwin
Abstract:
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) have collaborated to develop a new training course on…
ILLICIT NUCLEAR TRAFFICKING: WHAT’S NEW? WHAT’S TRUE?
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Elena K. Sokova, William C. Potter
Abstract:
Until very recently, conventional wisdom among the Western nonproliferation community was that nuclear smuggling involving proliferation…
IMMUNITY TESTING and EMISSION MEASUREMENTS of SAFEGUARDS EQUIPMENT
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):A. Poucet, C. Korn, J. Bishop
Abstract:
The quantity and diversity of Safeguards equipment and devices has increased in recent years to include seals, tags, surveillance systems…
Impact of the Number of Material Measurement Categories on Measurement Error
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Victoria Longmire, Morag Smith, Tom Burr, Geralyn Hemphill
Abstract:
There is nearly always some mismatch between the physical properties of items containing nuclear material and standards used to calibrate…
Implementation of a Modified Spent Fuel Attribute Tester for WWER-1000 in Ukraine
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Antero Tiitta, M. Hosoya, V. Bytchkov, Dorel Popescu, YG Lee
Abstract:
IAEA needs a rugged spent fuel attribute tester, SFAT, for verifying spent fuel assemblies of the Ukrainian WWER-1000 reactors. Spent fuel…
IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPLEMENTARY ACCESS UNDER THE ADDITIONAL PROTOCOL IN CANADA
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):R. Keeffe, J.K. Cameron
Abstract:
Complementary access under the Additional Protocol is an important component in strengthened safeguards. It can provide the IAEA with a…
Implementation of Digital Image Surveillance: Problems and Solutions
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):M. Aparo, J. Whichello, G. Hadfi
Abstract:
In 1995, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) embarked on a program to replace its aging and obsolete film and videotape based…
IMPLEMENTATION OF MANAGED ACCESS AT THE PORTSMOUTH GASEOUS DIFFUSION PLANT
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Thomas N. Bonner
Abstract:
Managed access processes have been implemented for international visits at the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant, in support of the IAEA…
IMPLICATIONS OF Pu ISOTOPIC MEASUREMENTS FOR “MIXTURES” OF DIFFERING ISOTOPIC SOURCE MATERIAL
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Patricia Hyman, J.G. Fleissner
Abstract:
Calorimetric assay is an NDA technique that typically can provide very precise and accurate measurement results, very often yielding total…
Improvements in Isotope Ratio Measurements for Nuclear Reference Material Certification using the NBL-modified total evaporation technique
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. Richter, S.A. Goldberg
Abstract:
A new technique has been developed to improve precision and accuracy of isotope ratio measurements for nuclear reference material…
IMPROVING THE VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT PROCESS WITH THE ADDITION OF AN MC&A MODULE IN ASSESS
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):John R. Shultz
Abstract:
There is insufficient emphasis on the role of MC&A in the protection of nuclear material from theft or diversion. The most effective…
Indicative Non Electronic Seals
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Erik Hoffer
Abstract:
Seals have been the mainstays for perceived security for hundreds of years. They do offer containment in certain circumstances and, if used…
INMM Panel Discussion in Recognition of Twenty-five Years of MSSP
Type:JNMM
Volume:30
Issue:2
Author(s):Susan Pepper
Abstract:
January 2002 marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the establishment of Member State Support Programs (MSSPs) in support of the…
INNOVATIONS IN ADVANCED METALLIC ARMORING MATERIALS
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Andrew D.R. Nichols, John Hebda, Larry G. Martin, James W. Ogilvey
Abstract:
The design, development, and current status of advanced metallic armoring materials are described in the paper. Material development has…
Integrated Entry Control Checkpoint for Nuclear Material and Explosives Detection
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Frank Bouchier, Chuck Rhykerd, Dale Murray, John A. Hunter, Charles Brusseau
Abstract:
Personnel are screened when entering or exiting nuclear materials handling areas to prevent unauthorized access, theft of nuclear material…
INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IMS)
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Carolyn S. Cain
Abstract:
The Department of Energy (DOE) has already implemented the Integrated Safety Management (ISM) Program to ensure that individuals include…
INTEGRATED SAFEGUARDS - A CASE OF THE GOOD BEING THE ENEMY OF THE BEST?
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):John Carlson, Russell Leslie
Abstract:
“Integrated safeguards” are intended to represent the optimum combination of all safeguards measures available to the IAEA under…
Integrated Safeguards : Input from experience of safeguarding French Plutonium-handling facilities
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Christophe Xerri, E. Pujol
Abstract:
While integrated safeguards is about effective safeguards with a maximum efficiency, the current safeguarding of COGEMA plutonium-handling…
Integrated Safeguards: Issues and Challenges
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Kory Budlong-Sylvester, Joseph F. Pilat
Abstract:
For most of its history, the IAEA has been acclaimed as a highly professional and competent technical organization. Its safeguards…