Open Source Software: SR2ML: Pioneering Safety and Reliability in Nuclear Plant Management
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFBATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE–DOE CNTRIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

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Nuclear Electric Power Generation (221113)

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NUCLEAR REACTORS (4470)
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    The Department of Energy is seeking to advance nuclear plant management through the development of the SR2ML (Safety-Risk-Reliability Model Library), an open-source software package designed to enhance safety and reliability in nuclear operations. This initiative aims to provide a comprehensive suite of safety and reliability analysis models that integrate with the RAVEN code, facilitating dynamic risk analysis and optimizing operational guidelines to reduce costs while ensuring safety. The SR2ML software is crucial for the nuclear power sector, addressing the challenges of balancing operational efficiency and safety in a competitive environment. Interested parties can reach out to Andrew Rankin at andrew.rankin@inl.gov for further information regarding this opportunity.

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