Concrete for the nuclear world
IINGECID has developed and continues to develop different concretes that improve radiological properties, mainly for use in the nuclear world....
- FLUENT
- MECHANICAL
- AUTODYN
- LS-DYNA
- CIVIL
Know-how,
experience,
and flexibility
The nuclear sector is one of the most demanding due to its complexity and the high technical level it requires.
It presents innumerable challenges that encompass every aspect of engineering.
“Flexibility when it comes to analysing the different approaches, discovering opportunities and proposing unique solutions is an important part of our working method”
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
The nuclear environment often requires an interplay between radiological, structural and thermal engineering in order to able to move forward. Not only do we have the necessary experience in all three of these fields, but we are also able to approach the design of systems, components and structures bearing in mind all the disciplines involved.
Radiological
engineering
We participate in a wide range of projects:
- Shielding calculations and design
- Criticality calculations
- Source term assessment
- Technical assistance and support in licensing processes
- Radiological impact evaluations
- Loading plan preparations
- Radiological characterization of equipment and land
- Low and medium radwaste management projects
- Spent fuel and high activity waste management
- Decommissioning projects
Our technicians are highly skilled in the handling specialised software that can be applied to all the areas of radiological engineering:
- + Calculations using Monte Carlo codes
using detailed models (MCNP, MAVRIC)
- + Source term and criticality calculations
(gamma and neutron) of all manner of elements, as well as of their residual heat and criticality (ORIGEN, TRITON, KENOVI)
- + Neutron flux and activation calculations
(MCNP/ MAVRIC + ORIGEN, RAMA)
- + Radiological impact calculations
On the environment in normal (GASPAR, LADTAP) or accident (RADTRAD, RASCAL) situations
- + Atmospheric dispersion factor calculations
(XOQDOQ, PAVAN, Arcon96)
- + Equivalent derived limit calculations
for site release (RESRAD)
Structural and thermal engineering
We design and analyse structures, components, equipment and systems by making advanced calculations using specialised software.
- Mechanics of fluids
- Heat transfer
- Structural and geotechnical calculations
- Accident, stress, and strength simulations
We make advanced thermal and structural calculations and carry out all manner of simulations
We use ANSYS Fluent and Mechanical for the carrying out of heat transfer, ventilation and convection and pressure drop simulations by way of CFD and FEM models.
In the case of structural calculations, we carry out simulations using ANSYS Autodyn, LS-DYNA, Mechanical or Midas Civil, which assist us in the making of static o dynamic calculations of any type.
ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY AND SUPPORT
We provide our clients with assistance and support with respect to meeting any need they might have quickly and effectively, including technical support in their dealings with the regulatory body or carrying out specific analyses on a by power plant basis.
Standards and regulations
ASME, NUREG, ACI, ASCI...
We always analyse the problem in accordance with the pertinent standard or regulation, including the principal US regulations applicable within the nuclear sector.
We compile the required technical reports, carry out safety studies and prepare the plans and documentation for licencing.
Overseeing on-site works projects at nuclear facilities
We offer technical guidance throughout the execution of the works, technical assistance services for the conducting of inspections or in the preparation of the activities involved in the operation or decommissioning of nuclear power plants.
Training
The complexity of the nuclear field and radiological calculation can represent a significant barrier to entry for any worker or student who requires training in this particular area.
Our experience, not only gained in the practical application of our know-how, but also in the years of managing teaching teams both within and outside the university setting, has enabled us to develop and implement learning methods that facilitate the teaching and understanding of this knowledge in the different areas within the nuclear sector:
- RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION
- QUALITY
- ASME CODE
- NUCLEAR REGULATIONS
PROJECTS
These are just some of the projects that we’ve participated in within the nuclear field:
Horizontal storage system for spent nuclear fuel
The objective of the project is the development of a spent nuclear fuel storage system using horizontal storage modules. The...
Licensing of the Individualized Temporary Storage Facility at Santa María de Garoña NPP
INGECID, in joint venture with Westinghouse, is carrying out the design modification of the Individualized Temporary Storage (ITS) of the...
Design of Individualized Temporary Storage slabs of Cofrentes NPP
INGECID has carried out the design of the slabs of the ATI of the Cofrentes Nuclear Power Plant. These are...
NPPIM Santa Maria de Garoña
The objective of the project has been to develop a complete NPPIM (Nuclear Power Plant Information Modelling, i.e. BIM applied...
SMG characterisation
Development of the Measurement and Sampling Plan for the Turbine Building of the Santa María de Garoña nuclear power plant,...
