研究目的
To evaluate the potential of distributed sensing technologies, based on remote instrumentations and Optical Fiber Sensing cables, for monitoring the status of the third barrier of confinement in case of a severe accident in a Nuclear Power Plant, focusing on the selection and testing of singlemode optical fibers with limited Radiation Induced Attenuation (RIA).
研究成果
The study successfully identified radiation-tolerant singlemode fibers suitable for monitoring applications in nuclear power plants, demonstrating the effectiveness of a carbon coating layer in protecting fibers from hydrogen diffusion. However, further research is needed to ensure the long-term reliability of these solutions under continuous ionizing radiation.
研究不足
The study focused on specific types of optical fibers and cables under controlled irradiation conditions, which may not fully represent all possible scenarios in a nuclear power plant. The long-term efficiency of the carbon coating under ionizing radiations requires further investigation.