CX-026950: PPS 70MW Lobe Power Upgrade

This proposed project will modify the plant protective system (PPS) in Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) to allow operation of lobe powers from 60 MW up …

Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance

June 2, 2022
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This proposed project will modify the plant protective system (PPS) in Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) to allow operation of lobe powers from 60 MW up to 70 MW. Modifications are a result of analysis performed in ECAR-5549, ATR Loss of Commercial Power Accidents at 70 MW Lobe Powers, and ECAR-5600, ATR Small Break Loss of Coolant Accidents at 70 MW Lobe Powers.