AVOID MIC-RELATED PROBLEMS IN NUCLEAR COOLING SYSTEMS
Microbial films develop on virtually any type of metal, including stainless steel, that is exposed to natural water. While the resultant phenomenon, microbiologically-influenced corrosion (MIC), can affect electric generating plants of all types, it is a particular risk at nuclear power plants. This special susceptibility to MIC arises from the long construction times, extended outages and redundant designs that are involved, which all result in low-flow or stagnant conditions. An overview of the mechanism of MIC is given and the steps available to avoid its occurrence or mitigate its effects are described.
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Availability:
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Supplemental Notes:
- Journal article
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Authors:
- Borenstein, S W
- Licina, G J
- Publication Date: 1990-6
Media Info
- Features: References;
- Pagination: 4 p.
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Serial:
- Power
- Volume: 134
- Issue Number: No.6
- ISSN: 0032-5929
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Cooling systems; Corrosion; Film; Microorganisms; Nuclear power plants; Sewage treatment; Stainless steel
- Uncontrolled Terms: Water treatment
- Old TRIS Terms: Slime
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Data and Information Technology; Marine Transportation;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00660310
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: Maritime Technical Information Facility
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Jul 21 1994 12:00AM