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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• Supplemental Notes:
  • Journal article
• Authors:
  • Borenstein, S W
  • Licina, G J
• Publication Date: 1990-6

Media Info

• Features: References;
• Pagination: 4 p.
• 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