Instrumentation and Control Program

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INSTRUM ENTATION AND CONTROL PROGR A M
EPRI’s Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Program provides the technical EPRI’s I&C products are closely aligned with the initiative areas shown
bases to apply advanced I&C and information technologies so existing below and their underlying technical elements. This report provides a
and new nuclear plants can tap into functionality and capabilities complete list of the available EPRI I&C products, providing ready
underutilized to date in the nuclear sector. These capabilities enable access to critical I&C research findings, technical guidelines, and
nuclear plants to maintain safe operation while managing I&C obsoles- operating experience. Products are categorized according to the spe-
cence with higher equipment reliability and personnel productivity. cific project they address, and according to a specific technical ele-
ment within that project.
As shown in the table below, three research initiatives comprise the
I&C Program. Each initiative is supported by two or more technical
advisory committees that facilitate the gathering of operating experi-
ence and transfer of technology and information.

I & C R E S E A R CH I N I TI ATI V E S T ECH NICAL ADV ISORY COM M IT T EE S

Plant Health and Productivity I&C Productivity Improvements, Monitoring
Replacement System Implementation Digital I&C Implementation, Cybersecurity, Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC)
Reliability of Existing Systems and Components I&C Reliability Advisory, I&C Severe Accidents

TABL E OF CONT ENT S

Topic Page Topic Page Topic Page

Plant Health and Productivity Control Systems..........................8 Integrated Modernization

Improved Equipment Reliability.... 3
On-Line Monitoring and Equipment
Condition Assessment..................3
On-Line Monitoring & Instrument
Calibration Interval Extension........3
Wireless Technology...................4
Plant Productivity......................... 5
Information Visualization..............5
Tools and Support Systems...........5
Replacement System
Implementation
Technical Basis............................ 6
Digital I&C Regulatory Issues........6
New I&C Capabilities................... 6
Acceptance of Commercially
Available Equipment...................6
Application Specific Integrated
Circuits and Field Programmable
Gate Arrays..............................7
Control Room and Human
System Interfaces........................7
Electrohydraulic Control System.....8
Flow Management......................9
Performance Improvements...........9
Plant Process Computers..............9
Guidelines for Emerging Issues..... 9
Cyber Security...........................9
EMI/RFI....................................9
Software Verification and
Validation...............................10
Technical Issues for Digital
Upgrades...............................10
Operating Experience and Lessons
Learned.................................... 10
Digital I&C Operating
Experience..............................10
Reliability of Existing Systems
and Components
Life-Cycle Management and
Maintenance............................. 13
Common Information Interfaces...13
Electronic Board and
Component Aging....................13
Strategies................................13
Maintenance...........................14
Radiation Monitoring Systems.....14
Sensor Technology..................... 14
Advanced Instruments................14
Fiber Optics............................14
Additional Information
Top I&C Products......................10
Knowledge Transfer
Training Courses..................15
Technical Advisory
Committees ........................15
Future Instrumentation & Control
Meetings................................17
Contacts.................................17
Success Story: A Product You
Need to Look at: The Digital
Design Guide..........................18

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PL ANT HEALTH AND PRODUCTIVIT Y
Tapping into the capabilities of advanced I&C, human-system interface
(HSI) and information technologies can increase reliability and produc-
tivity while supporting safe, cost-effective, long-term nuclear plant oper-
ation. By integrating new technology and techniques such as remote
monitoring, wireless communication, early prognosis and data visual-
ization into design, operation, and maintenance practices, nuclear
plants can reduce costly downtime and repairs. Digital I&C, HSI, and
information technologies also allow for greater personnel productivity
with expected smaller future workforces. Adoption of simulation and
visualization technologies, for example, can streamline tasks such as
training, maintenance planning, and testing, while reducing the likeli-
hood of information overload and human error.
Product categories supporting enhanced equipment reliability and
plant productivity address two technical elements:
• Equipment reliability: Develop technology and application
guidelines for advanced diagnostic and prognostic systems that
improve equipment reliability.
• Plant productivity: Adopt simulation, visualization, and interactive
interface tools that improve personnel performance, reduce costs
and safety challenges, and enable opportunities not previously
feasible.
Improved Equipment Reliability
On-Line Monitoring and Equipment Condition Assessment
On-Line Monitoring of Emergency Diesel 3002000742
Generators (2013)
Fleet-Wide Prognostic and Health Management 3002000745
Suite: Beta Testing Results (2013)
On-Line Monitoring Diagnostic Analysis for Large 3002000753
Power Transformers (2013)
On-Line Monitoring Diagnostic Analysis for Emergency 3002000755
Diesel Generators (2013)
On-Line Monitoring Plant Performance Applications at 1025321
Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station (2012)
Containment Tendon Monitoring Feasibility Study (2012) 1025322
PRI-SW Fleet-wide Prognostics and Health Management 1023450
Suite Version 1.0, BETA (2012)
Program on Technology Innovation: Equipment Monitoring 1025280
via Transients, Methods Applied to Laboratory Data (2012)
Guideline for Online Monitoring of Nuclear Power Plants: 1023031
Vol. 2 (2011)
Guideline for Implementing an On-Line Monitoring Program 1021116
for Nuclear Power Plants (2010)
Information Integration for Equipment Reliability at 1018910
Nuclear Plants (2009)
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• Guidelines for Instrument Calibration Extension/Reduction
- Revision 2: Statistical Analysis of Instrument Calibration
Data, 3002002556
• Conceptual Design of a Modular Wireless Triaxial Vibration
Sensor, 3002003214
Requirements for On-Line Monitoring in Nuclear 1016725
Power Plants (2008)
On-Line Monitoring for Equipment Condition 1016724
Assessment (2008)
Equipment Condition Assessment: Cost-Benefit 1015085
Guidelines (2008)
On-Line Monitoring: Univariate Methods for Statistical 1015086
Analysis of Plant Data (2007)
Innovation Technology Solutions Assessment (2007) 1014827
Cost Benefit Guidelines of On-Line Monitoring 1013487
for Equipment Condition Assessment (2006)
Equipment Condition Assessment Cost Benefit 1011824
Methodology (2005)
Equipment Condition Assessment Modeling 1010038
Guidelines (2005)
Application of On-Line Monitoring Techniques 1010034
to Equipment Condition Assessment (2005)
Equipment Condition Assessment 1009601
Volume 2: Technology Evaluation and Integration (2004)
EPRI Advanced Condition Assessment Technology for 1009332
Power Plants Symposium: On-line Monitoring and
Wireless Technology (2004)
Equipment Condition Assessment: Application of On-Line 1003695
Monitoring Technology (2004)
On-Line Monitoring & Instrument Calibration Interval Extension
Guidelines for Instrument Calibration Extension/ 3002002556
Reduction - Revision 2: Statistical Analysis of u
Instrument Calibration Data (2014)
Implementation of On-Line Monitoring to Extend 1019188
Calibration Intervals of Pressure Transmitters in Nuclear
Power Plants (2010)
Program on Technology Innovation: Non-Intrusive Load 1018773
Monitor: Demonstration Project (2009)
Program on Technology Innovation: Prognostic Application 1018245
for the Power Industry (2009)
Using Information Technology to Increase Nuclear 1016962
Power Plant Performance (2008)
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Improved Equipment Reliability: On-line Monitoring... (continued) Wireless Technology
Plant Applications of On-Line Monitoring for Calibration 1016723 Conceptual Design of a Modular Wireless 3002003214
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Interval Extension of Safety-Related Instruments (2008) Triaxial Vibration Sensor (2014)

Plant Application of On-Line Monitoring for Calibration 1015173 Initial Requirements for Wireless Sensors in Power 3002001928
Interval Extension of Safety-Related Instruments (2007) Plant Applications (2013)

Plant Application of On-Line Monitoring for Calibration 1013486 Implementation Guideline for Wireless Networks and 1019186
Interval Extension of Safety-Related Instruments: Wireless Equipment Condition Monitoring (2009)
Vols. 1 and 2 (2006) Wireless Equipment Condition Assessment (2006) 1013574
Instrument Drift Study: Sizewell B Nuclear Generating 1009603 Revised Guidelines for Wireless Technology in Power 1013485
Station (2005) Plants: Vol. 1 Benefits and Considerations (2006)
On-Line Monitoring of Instrument Channel Performance, 1007930 Demonstration of Wireless Technology for Equipment 1011826
Volume 3: Applications to Nuclear Power Plant Technical Condition Assessment: Application at TXU Comanche
Specification Instrumentation (2004) Peak Steam Electric Station (2005)
On-Line Monitoring of Instrument Channels: Volume 1: 1003361 Guidelines for Wireless Technology in Power Plants: 1007448
Guidelines for Model Development and Implementation (2004) Volume 2: Implementation and Regulatory Issues (2002)
On-Line Monitoring of Instrument Channel Performance, 1003579 Guidelines for Wireless Technology in Power Plants: 1003584
Volume 2: Algorithm Descriptions Model Examples Volume 1: Benefits and Considerations (2002)
and Results (2004)
Proceedings of Wireless Technology in the Electric 1003175
DOE - EPRI On-Line Monitoring Implementation 1007622 Power Industry Workshop (2001)
Guidelines (2003)
System Specification for the Wireless Programmable TR-102287
On-Line Monitoring Cost-Benefit Guide (2003) 1006777 Process Monitoring System (1993)
Cost Benefits of On-Line Monitoring: Interim Report (2002) 1003572
On-Line Monitoring Implementation Guidelines: 1003360
Use of Multivariate State Estimation
Technique (MSET) (2002)
Plant Systems Modeling Guidelines to Implement 1003661
On-Line Monitoring (2002)
Implementation of On-Line Monitoring: 1006833
Technical Specification Instruments (2002)
Department of Energy–EPRI On-Line Monitoring: 1007549
Technical Specification Instruments (2002)
On-Line Monitoring Plant Application Guide: Interim 1003043
Progress (2001)
On-Line Monitoring of Instrument Channel TR-104965
Performance (1998)

J On-Line Monitoring of Instrument Channel Performance: 1000604

TR-104965-R1 NRC SER (1998)
Guidelines for Instrument Calibration TR-103335-R1
Extension/Reduction Programs—Revision 1 (1998)
Instrument Calibration and Monitoring Program, TR-103436
Vol. 1: Basis for the Method, Vol. 2: Failure Modes
and Effects Analysis (1993)
Non-Process Instrumentation Surveillance and TR-103457
Test Reduction (1993)

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Plant Productivity Tools and Support Systems
Structure for a Living Requirements Repository for Long 3002000503
Information Visualization Term Operation of Nuclear Power Plants (2013)
Use of Modern Digital, Information and Communication 1022987 Identification of a “Tool Box” of Digital Technology, 1022417
Technologies for Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance Activities: Information Technology and Communications Technology
Local Leak Rate Test Simulator and Experiences in the Korea Capabilities Matched to Project Process Steps: Use of
Hydro & Nuclear Power Company (2011) Modern Technologies for Activities in Korea Hydro and
Application of Virtual Reality and Simulation Technologies 1022310 Nuclear Power Company’s Nuclear Power Plants (2010)
to Improve Worker Training and Performance, Work Instrumentation and Control, Human System Interface, 1020681
Planning, and Facility Design and Evaluation (2011) and Information Technology Requirements Project Plan for
Application of Fort Calhoun Control Room Virtual Models: 1020416 Nuclear Power Plant Long-Term Operation (2010)
Support for Design, Implementation, Familiarization, Study to Identify Potential Improvements of Operation 1016728
and Evaluation (2010) Tools and Support Systems (2008)
Research Plan for Applying Visualization, Simulation, and 1020620 Study to Identify Potential Improvements of Operation 1016730
Interactive Human System Interface Technologies to Sensor Tools and Support Systems – Non-Proprietary (2008)
Information for Electric Power Industry Activities (2010)
Status of Information Integration for Equipment Reliability 1019184
at Nuclear Plants (2009)
Use of Visualization Technology to Support Valuable 1016726
Knowledge Capture and Delivery: Demonstrations
Performed at the Luminant Energy Comanche Peak Nuclear
Power Plant (2008)
Guidance for Selecting, Designing, and Implementing 1013484
2.5-D and 3-D Visualization Systems That Benefit Utility
Applications (2006)
Visualization to Support Human Decision-Making and 1011303
Other Activities: Technology Demonstrations and
Applications (2005)
Application of Modern Visualization Techniques 1008232
to Improve Human Decision Making (2004)

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Recognizing that the plant of tomorrow – and the workforce of tomor-
row – will demand advanced I&C and HSI technology, the transforma-
tion to digital I&C systems is inevitable. Such a transformation will
equip the workforce with tools to drive improvements in plant design,
operation and maintenance. EPRI research identifies new I&C and HSI
technology and develops the technical bases necessary for their use in
nuclear power plants. Product categories supporting improved digital
system implementation address four technical elements:
• Technical basis: Provide technical basis supporting the use of
methodologies or equipment in nuclear safety-related applica-
tions to address digital I&C regulatory issues.
• New I&C capabilities: Develop new and improved safety and
non-safety related capabilities and technologies, including the
technical bases for their implementation.
• Guidelines for emerging issues: Develop guidelines to address
new issues that arise due to technology advancement (such as
cyber-security and electromagnetic interference).
• Operating experience and lessons learned: Develop guidelines
reflecting operating experience and lessons learned from the
implementation of digital I&C systems.
Technical Basis
Digital I&C Regulatory Issues
Principles and Approaches for Developing Overall 3002002953
u Instrumentation and Control Architectures that Support
Acceptance in Multiple International Regulatory
Environments (2014)
NRC Regulatory Issue Summary on EPRI Digital 1009397
Licensing Guideline, TR-102348 (NEI 01-01) (2004)
Guideline on Licensing Digital Upgrades TR-102348 1002833
Revision 1, NEI 01-01: A Revision of EPRI TR-102348
to Reflect Changes to the 10 CFR 50.59 Rule (2002)
Proceedings: Licensing Digital Upgrades for Nuclear TR-104600
Power Plants (1995)
New I&C Capabilities
Acceptance of Commercially Available Equipment
Commercial-Grade Digital Equipment for High-Integrity 1025283
▼ Applications: Oversight and Review of Evaluation
and Acceptance Activities (2013)
Rigorous, Systematic Testing of Digital Instrumentation and 1025282
Control Systems (2012)
Guideline on Configuration Management for Digital 1022991
Instrumentation and Control Equipment and Systems (2011)
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New Products from 2014
• Principles and Approaches for Developing Overall
Instrumentation and Control Architectures that Support
Acceptance in Multiple International Regulatory
Environments, 3002002953
• Interim Analysis of Hazard Models for Cyber Security,
3002003248
• Cyber Security Procurement Methodology, Application Pilots:
Lessons Learned, 3002003255
• Guidance for Developing a Human Factors Engineering
Program for an Operating Nuclear Power Plant ,
3002002770
• Hazard Analysis Demonstration - Generator Exciter
Replacement: Project Status Report, 3002002325
• Digital Common-Cause Failure Susceptibility: 2014 Project
Status, 3002002990
• Cyber Security Procurement - Application of the
Methodology, First Example: Digital Valve Controller,
3002003257
• Digital Instrumentation and Control Design Guide,
3002002989
• Digital Design Guide Poster, 3002004762
• Cyber Security Procurement Methodology Training Module
Rev. 14.00, 3002002499
• Circuit Card Replacements Involving Field Programmable
Gate Arrays: Case Studies, 3002002957
Generic Qualification and Dedication of Digital 1009659
Components: Project Status and Lessons Learned (2005)
Handbook for Evaluating Critical Digital Equipment 1011710
and Systems (2005)
Assessment of Nuclear Qualification for Data Systems & 1012574
Solutions SPINLINE3 Digital Safety Instrumentation and
Control Platform (2005)
Generic Qualification /Dedication of Digital Components 1003298
2003: Digital Valve Positioner and Breaker Over-Current
Trip Device Generic Qualification Activities (2003)
Qualification of the Framatome ANP TXS Digital Safety I&C 1003567
System - Revision to EPRI TR-114017: Compliance with EPRI
TR-107330, “Generic Requirements Specification for Qualifying J
a Commercially Available PLC for Safety-Related Applications in
Nuclear Power Plants (2002)
Generic Qualification of the Westinghouse Common 1003566
Qualified PLC-Based Platform for Safety-Related
Applications: Revision to EPRI Report TR-110045 (2002)
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Generic Qualification of the Rosemount 3051N 1001468
Pressure Transmitter (2001) Evaluation Guidelines for BWRs (1994)
Generic Qualification of the Bailey-Fischer & Porter 53sl6000 Single
Loop Controller for Nuclear Applications (2001)
Volume 1: Qualification Tests and Evaluations 1001469
Volume 2: Appendices A through F 1001451
Volume 3: Appendices G through J 1001450
Volume 4: EMI Filter Design and Qualification 1001506
Safety Evaluation Report (SER) on the Triconex 1003114
Tricon Platform: Addendum to 1000799 (2001)
SER for Close Out of Common Qualified 1006233
Platform Open Items (2001)
PLC Qualification Product: Assembled Package: E209842
1000582, 1000761, 1000799, 1001045,
J 1006233, AD-107330, TR-103699-V1, TR-103699-V2,
TR-103734, TR-107330, TR-110045, TR-114017,
1003114, 1003567, 1003566 (2001)
Generic Qualification of the Triconex Corporation 1000799
TRICON Triple Modular Redundant Programmable
Logic Controller System for Safety-Related Applications
in Nuclear Power Plants (2000)
Guideline on the Use of Pre-Qualified Digital Platforms 1001045
for Safety and Non-Safety Applications in Nuclear
Power Plants (2000)
Generic Qualification of the Honeywell UDC 3300
Single Loop Controller for Nuclear Safety Applications
(2000)
Volume 1: Qualification Tests and Evaluations TR-112612
Volume 2: Appendices A to G 1001093
Volume 3: Appendices H to K 1001094
J Generic Qualification of the ABB Common Qualified TR-110045
PLC Based Platform for Safety-Related Applications (1999)
J Qualification of Siemens Power Corporation TR-114017
TELEPERM XS Safety System (1999)
Generic Requirements Specification for Qualifying TR-107330
a Commercially Available PLC for Safety Related
Applications in Nuclear Power Plants (1998)
Evaluating Commercial Digital Equipment for TR-107339
High-Integrity Applications: A Supplement to EPRI
Report TR-106439 (1997)
Requirements Engineering for Digital Upgrades (1997) TR-108831
Guideline on Evaluation and Acceptance of Commercial TR-106439
J Grade Digital Equipment for Nuclear Safety
Applications (1996)
Experience with the Use of Programmable Logic TR-104159
Controllers in Nuclear Safety Applications (1995)
Programmable Logic Controller Requirements and TR-103734
Programmable Logic Controller Qualification Guidelines TR-103699
for Nuclear Applications, Vol. 1: Technical Information
and Guidelines, Vol. 2: Appendices (1994)
Supplemental Guidance for the Application of EPRI TR-102260
NP-5652 on the Utilization of Commercial Grade
Items (1994)
Guideline for the Utilization of Commercial Grade NP-5652
Items in Nuclear Safety Related Applications
(NCIG-07) (1988)
Application Specific Integrated Circuits and Field
Programmable Gate Arrays
Circuit Card Replacements Involving Field 3002002957
u
Programmable Gate Arrays: Case Studies
Recommended Approaches and Design Criteria for 1022983
Application of Field Programmable Gate Arrays in Nuclear
Power Plant Instrumentation and Control Systems (2011)
Guidelines on the Use of Field Programmable Gate 1019181
Arrays in Nuclear Power Plant I&C Systems (2009)
Safety Evaluation Report on the Westinghouse 7300A 1007917
ASIC-Based Replacement Module Licensing Summary
Report (2003)
Design and Testing Description of an Application-Specific TR-110044
Integrated Circuit for Reactor Protection and Control (1999)
Design Description of a Prototype Implementation TR-109390
of Three Reactor Protection System Channels Using
Field Programmable Gate Arrays (1998)
Generic Testability and Test Methods Guidelines TR-106392
for ASIC Devices (1996)
Control Room and Human System Interfaces
Guidance for Developing a Human Factors 3002002770
Engineering Program for an Operating Nuclear u
Power Plant (2014)
Introductory Human Factors Engineering Training 3002000317
Course for Operating Nuclear Power Plant
Personnel (2013)
Human Factors Engineering (HFE) Training Course 3002000319
for Operating Nuclear Power Plant Personnel (2013)
Decision-Centered Guidelines for the Design of 1025791
Human-System Interfaces for Electric Power Industry
Applications: Design Guidance to Support Decision
Making in Complex Work Environments (2012)
Assembled Package of Three Human Factors Engineering 1024860
Training Courses for Utilities Involved in New Nuclear
Power Plant Designs, Construction and Operation (2012)

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New I&C Capabilities: Control Room...(continued)
Human Factors Engineering (HFE) Computer Based 1024859
Training Module for Utilities Involved in Implementing
Digital Instrumentation and Control Systems (2012)
Human Factors Engineering for Managers Computer 1024503
Based Training for Utilities Involved in New Nuclear
Power Plant Designs, Construction and Operation (2012)
Human Factors Engineering Training Course for Utilities 1023011
Involved in New Nuclear Power Plant Designs,
Construction and Operation (2011)
Guidance for Identifying and Implementing Human-System 1015089
Interfaces Needed to Supplement Computer-Based
Workstations in the Main Control Room (2010)
Computerized Procedure Systems: Guidance on Design, 1015313
Implementation and Use of Computerized Procedure
Systems, Associated Automation and Soft Controls (2010)
Guidance on Use of Simulation to Support Digital I&C 1015088
and Control Room Modifications (2008)
Alarm Management Requirements Based on 1013483
Electricité de France’s Experience: Volume 1:
Essential Features of EDF Nuclear Power Plant Alarm System,
Volume 2: EDF Alarm Management Requirements (2006)
Guidance for the Design and Use of Automation in 1011851
Nuclear Power Plants (2005)
Human Factors Guidance for Control Room and Digital 1010042
Human-System Interface Design and Modification:
Guidelines for Planning, Specification, Design, Licensing,
Implementation, Training, Operation, and Maintenance (2005)
Advanced Control Room Alarm System: Requirements 1010076
and Implementation Guidance (2005)
Practical Maintenance of Digital Systems: Guidance 1008124
to Maximize the Benefits of Digital Technology for
the Maintenance of Digital Systems and Plant
Equipment (2004)
Technical Material for a Workshop on Control 1007795
Room Upgrades (2003)
Critical Human Factors Technology Needs for Digital I&C 1007794
and Control Room Modernization (2003)
Alarm Processing Methods: Improving Alarm Management 1003662
in Nuclear Power Plant Control Rooms (2003)
Information Display Considerations for Designing 1002830
Modern Computer-Based Display Systems (2003)
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Nuclear Power Plant Control Room Modernization 1003569
Planning (2002)
Human Factors Guidance for Digital I&C Systems and 1001066
Hybrid Control Rooms: Scoping and Planning Study (2000)
Plant-Wide Integrated Environment Distributed on TR-104756
Workstations (Plant-Window) System Functional
Requirements (1996)
Functional Specification Requirements for a TR-102872
Microprocessor-Based Annunciator System (1994)
Alarm Processing and Diagnostic System (1992) TR-100838
Control Room Alarm System Upgrades (1992) TR-100584
Control Systems
CARS – Control Anomaly Recognition System: 1003563
System Concept, Requirements, and Specifications (2002)
Generic Requirements Specification for Upgrading the 1003044
Safety-Related Reactor Trip and Engineered Safety Features
Actuation Systems in Westinghouse PWR Nuclear Power
Plants (2001)
Identification and Description of Instrumentation, 1001503
Control, Safety, and Information Systems and
Components Implemented in Nuclear Power Plants (2001)
Requirements Specification for Rod Control System 1000969
Upgrade: A Generic Specification for Westinghouse
Pressurized Water Reactors (2000)
Digital Systems Implemented by ABB Atom AB to TP-112673
Modernize Nuclear Instrument and Control Systems (1999)
Dynamic Safety Systems Technology (1998) TR-109811
Experimental Development of Power TR-109181
Reactor Intelligent Control (1997)
Dynamic Safety Systems for RPS Replacement TR-107967
Phase 1 – Cost Benefit Analysis (1997)
Electrohydraulic Control System
Electrohydraulic Control Study for Browns GC-108190
Ferry Nuclear Plant (1998)
Electrohydraulic Control Study for Limerick GC-108189
Nuclear Generating Station (1998)
Electrohydraulic Control Study for Peach Bottom GC-108188
Atomic Power Station, Units 2 and 3 (1998)
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Flow Management
Applications of Orifice Plates for Feedwater Flow 1003040
Measurement: EdF Experience (2001)
Nuclear Feedwater Flow Measurement Application TR-112118
Guide (1999) Application Pilots: Lessons Learned (2014)
Pipe Flow Modeling for Ultrasonic Flow Measurement TR-107327
Instrumentation (1998)
Development of an Ultrasonic PWR Primary Coolant TR-106821
Temperature/Flow Measurement System (RCSM),
Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 (1996)
Performance Improvements
Study to Identify Potential Improvements of Operation 1016730
Tools and Support Systems - Non-Proprietary (2008)
Study to Identify Potential Improvements of Operation 1016728
Tools and Support Systems (2008)
Optimization of Auxiliaries Consumption in 1009612
Nuclear Power Plants (2005)
Improving Pressurized Water Reactor Performance 1001470
Through Instrumentation: Application Case of Reducing
Uncertainties on Thermal Power (2001)
Small Power Uprates Under Appendix K: Benefits and 1000607
Considerations (2000)
Plant Process Computers
Plant Process Computer Replacement to Support 1000804
Distributed Process Control: Joint STPNOC - EPRI
Distributed Plant Process Computer System Project (2001)
Proceedings: Distributed Digital Systems, Plant Process TR-104913
Computers, and Networks (1995)
Development of Process Control Capability through TR-104378
the Browns Ferry Integrated Computer System (1995)
Plant Process Computer Upgrade Guidelines TR-101566
Vol. 1: Replacement Guidelines, Vol. 2: Sample Plant
Process Computer Replacement System Specification
Vol. 3: Proceedings - Plant Process Computer
Replacement Workshop (1993)
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Guidelines for Emerging Issues
Cyber Security
Cyber Security Procurement Methodology, 3002003255
u
Cyber Security Procurement - Application of the 3002003257
Methodology, First Example: Digital Valve u
Controller (2014)
Cyber Security Procurement Methodology Training 3002002499
u
Module Rev. 14.00 (2014)
Interim Analysis of Hazard Models for Cyber 3002003248
Security (2014) u
Cyber Security Procurement - Application of the 3002001735
Methodology, First Example: Single Loop (2013)
Cyber Security Procurement - Application of the 3002001823
Methodology, Second Example: Feedpump
Turbine Speed Control (2013)
Cyber Security Procurement—Application of the 3002002069
Methodology, Third Example: Digital Feedwater
Control (2013)
Cyber Security Procurement Methodology, 3002001824
Rev. 1 (2013)
Training Module for Cyber Security in Nuclear Plant 1022666
Digital Modifications (2011)
Technical Guideline for Cyber-Security Requirements 1019187
and Life Cycle Implementation Guidelines for Plant
Digital Systems (2010)
EMI/RFI
Guidelines for Electromagnetic Compatibility 3002000528
Testing of Power Plant Equipment (2013)
Guidelines for Electromagnetic Interference Testing: 1015175
Status of Industry and NRC Activities (2008)
Minimizing the Risk of Electromagnetic Interference 1016729
in Modifying Power Plants and Mixed Control
Equipment (2008)
Review of High-Frequency Conducted Susceptibility 1016158
Limits for Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing:
Assessment of CS114 Test Limits in TR-102323 (2007)
Handbook for Electromagnetic Compatibility of Digital TR-102400
Equipment in Power Plants, Vol. 1: Fundamentals of
EMI Control, Vol. 2: Implementation Guide for
EMI Control (1994)
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Software Verification and Validation
Technical Guideline for Cyber-Security Requirements and 1019187
Life Cycle Implementation Guidelines for Plant Digital
Systems (2010)
Handbook on Regression Testing of Digital Systems (2008) 1015090
Handbook of Verification and Validation for Digital TR-103291
Systems, Vol. 1: Summary, Vol. 2: Case Histories,
Vol. 3: Topical Reviews (2000)
Handbook of Verification and Validation for TR-103291-CD
Digital Systems, Revision 1, Vol. 1: Summary,
Vol. 3: Topical Reviews (2000)
Software Fault Reduction Using Computer-Aided TR-105989
Software Engineering (CASE) Tools, Vol. 1: User’s Guide,
Vol. 2: Appendices (1995)
Verification and Validation Guidelines for High Integrity TR-103916
Systems, Vol. 1: Main Report, Vol. 2: Appendices (1995)
Guidelines for the Verification and Validation of Expert TR-103331
System Software and Conventional Software, Vol. 1: Project
Summary, Vol. 2: Survey and Assessment of Conventional
Software Vezrification and Validation Methods, Vol. 3: Survey
and Documentation of Expert System Verification and Validation
Methodologies, Vol. 4: Evaluation of Knowledge Base
Certification Methods, Vol. 5: Rationale and Description of
Verification and Validation Guideline Packages and Procedures,
Vol. 6: Validation Scenarios, Vol. 7: User’s Manual,
Vol. 8: Bibliography (1995)
Technical Issues for Digital Upgrades
Hazard Analysis Demonstration - Generator Exciter 3002002325
u Replacement: Project Status Report (2014)
Digital Common-Cause Failure Susceptibility: 3002002990
u
2014 Project Status (2014)
u Digital Instrumentation and Control Design 3002002989
Guide (2014) a Terry Turbine Digital Controls Assessment (2011)
u Digital Design Guide Poster (2014) 3002004762
Digital Instrumentation and Control Computer-Based 3002000531
Training Modules 2013 (2013)
Emergency Diesel Generator Digital Control System 3002002098
Upgrade Requirements (2013)
Hazard Analysis Methods for Digital Instrumentation 3002000509
and Control Systems (2013)
Digital I&C Training for New Plants - Computer-Based 1025277
Training Modules (2012)
Modeling of Digital Instrumentation and Control in Nuclear 1025278
Power Plant Probabilistic Risk Assessments (2012)
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Combinatorial Testing for Digital I&C Systems: 1023010
Benchmark Study (2011)
Failure Analysis of Digital Instrumentation and Control 1022985
Equipment and Systems – Demonstration of Concept (2011)
Estimating Failure Rates in Highly Reliable Digital 1021077
Systems (2010)
Effects of Digital Instrumentation and Control 1019183
Defense-in-Depth and Diversity on Risk in Nuclear
Power Plants (2010)
Protecting Against Digital Common Cause Failure 1019182
Combining Defensive Measures and Diversity
Attributes (2010)
Benefits and Risks Associated with Expanding Automated 1016721
Diverse Actuation System Functions (2008)
Guidelines for Performing Defense-In-Depth and Diversity 1002835
Assessments for Digital Upgrades: Applying Risk
Informed and Deterministic Methods (2004)
Abnormal Conditions and Events Analysis for TR-104595
Instrumentation and Control Systems, Vol. 1: Methodology
for Nuclear Power Plant Digital Upgrades, Vol. 2: Survey
and Evaluation of Industry Practices (1995)
Operating Experience and Lessons Learned
Digital I&C Operating Experience
Preventive Maintenance Practices for Digital 3002000502
Instrumentation and Control Systems (2013)
Methods and Tools for Evaluating Digital Control 3002000537
System Architectures (2013)
Digital Operating Experience in the Republic of Korea 1022986
(2011)
Evaluating Critical Digital Equipment–Lessons Learned from 1022576
Digital Instrumentation and Control Operating Experience 1022247
Lessons Learned: Volume II - Case Studies 6-10 (2010)
Indian Point-2 Flash Photography Event (2009) 1018702
Operating Experience Insights on Common-Cause Failures 1016731
in Digital Instrumentation and Control Systems (2008)
Digital Instrumentation and Control Operating Experience 1016722
Lessons Learned (2008)
 TOP I & C PRODUCTS
Over the years, EPRI’s I&C Program has developed many prod-
ucts that provide critical and ongoing value to nuclear plant own-
ers and operators. These “Top Products,” as listed below, have
been repeatedly cited and implemented by plant operators to
assist in upgrading I&C systems from analog to digital, in driving
reliability and productivity improvements, and in actively manag-
ing component life cycles.
Plant and Health Productivity
– Guideline for Initiating an Online Monitoring Program for
Nuclear Power Plants, [1021116]
– Implementation Guideline for Wireless Networks and
Wireless Equipment Condition Monitoring, [1019186]
– Implementation of On-Line Monitoring to Extend Calibra-
tion Intervals of Pressure Transmitters in Nuclear Power
Plants (Sizewell B Plant), [1019188]
– Use of Visualization Technology to Support Valuable
Knowledge Capture and Delivery: Demonstrations
Performed at the Luminant Energy Comanche Peak
Nuclear Power Plant, [1016726]
– Implementation, Familiarization, and Evaluation,
[1020416]
Guidelines for Emerging Issues
– Use of Modern Digital, Information and Communication
Technologies for Nuclear Power Plant Maintenance
Activities: Local Leak Rate Test Simulator and Experiences
in the Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Company (2011),
[1022987]
Replacement System Implementation
Technical Basis
– Guideline on Licensing Digital Upgrades Revision 1,
NEI 01-01: A Revision of EPRI TR-102348 to Reflect
Changes to the 10 CFR 50.59 Rule, [1002833]
New I&C Capabilities
– Digital Instrumentation and Control Design Guide,
[3002002989]
– Digital Design Guide Poster, [3002004762]
– Handbook for Evaluating Critical Digital Equipment and
Systems, [1011710]
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– Generic Qualification and Dedication of Digital
Components: Project Status and Lessons Learned,
[1009659]
– Guideline on Evaluation and Acceptance of Commercial
Grade Digital Equipment for Nuclear Safety Applications,
[TR-106439]
– Generic Requirements Specification for Qualifying a
Commercially Available PLC for Safety Related
Applications in Nuclear Power Plants, [TR-107330]
– PLC Qualification Product: Assembled Package:
1000582, 1000761, 1000799, 1001045,
1006233, AD-107330, TR-103699-V1, TR-103699-V2,
TR-103734, TR-107330, TR-110045, TR-114017,
1003114, 1003567, 1003566, [E209842]
– Generic Qualification of the Rosemount 3051N Pressure
Transmitter, [1001468]
– Human Factors Guidance for Control Room and Digital
Human-System Interface Design and Modification:
Guidelines for Planning, Specification, Design, Licensing,
Implementation, Training, Operation, and Maintenance,
[1010042]
– Guidelines for Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing of
Power Plant Equipment: Revision 4 to TR-102323,
[3002000528]
– Hazard Analysis Methods for Digital Instrumentation and
Control Systems, [3002000509]
– Guideline on Configuration Management for Digital
Instrumentation and Control Equipment and Systems,
[1022991]
– Cyber Security Procurement Methodology, Rev. 1,
[3002001824]
– Handbook for Electromagnetic Compatibility of Digital
Equipment in Power Plants, Vol. 1: Fundamentals of EMI
Control, Vol. 2: Implementation Guide for EMI Control,
[TR-102400]
– Technical Guideline for Cyber Security Requirements and
Life-Cycle Implementation Guidelines for Nuclear Plant
Digital Systems, [1019187]
 TOP I & C PRODUCTS
– Guidelines on the Use of Field Programmable Gate Arrays
in Nuclear Power Plant I&C Systems, [1019181]
– Recommended Approaches and Design Criteria for
Application of Field Programmable Gate Arrays in Nuclear
Power Plant Instrumentation and Control Systems,
[1022983]
Operating Experience and Lessons Learned
– Digital I&C System Operating Experience Lessons Learned:
Case Studies, [1016722]
– Digital Instrumentation and Control Operating Experience
Lessons Learned, Volume II - Case Studies 6-10,
[1022247]
– Operating Experience Insights on Common-Cause Failures
in Digital Instrumentation and Control Systems, [1016731]
Reliability of Systems and Components
– Collected Field Data on Electronic Part Failures and
Guidelines for the Monitoring of Aging of Instrumentation
and Control (I&C) Electronic Components, [1023281]
– EPRI Gold Card Project: Circuit Card Reliability Program
Guidance, [1022990]
– Instrumentation and Control Strategies for Plant-Wide and
Fleet-Wide Cost Reduction: Utility Application Guideline,
[1018109]
– Evaluating the Effects of Aging on Electronic Instrument and
Control Circuit Boards and Components in Nuclear Power
Plants, [1011709]
– Collected Field Data on Electronic Part Failures and Aging
in Nuclear Power Plant Instrumentation and Control (I&C)
Systems, [1003568]

– Printed Circuit Board Maintenance, Repair, and Testing

Guide, [1007916]

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RELIABILIT Y OF EXISTING SYSTEMS AND COM PONENTS
Nuclear plants pursuing extended operation will continue using
aging and obsolete I&C systems and components, such as printed
circuit cards, past the period of effective vendor support. Many of
the maintenance and reliability concerns associated with these
components are generic to the component classes, and indepen-
dent of a particular manufacturer. Furthermore, the transition to
digital equipment presents new challenges related to the long term
operation of these systems and need to manage obsolescence and
its evolving time horizon. Industry guidance is needed to address
these concerns and maintain or improve the reliability of plant I&C
systems and components for sustainable operations.
This project develops generic technical bases for effective mainte-
nance and life-cycle management of I&C systems and components
installed in nuclear power plants. Product categories supporting
system and component reliability address two technical elements:
• Life-cycle management and maintenance: Develop technologies,
strategies, and guidance that enable simple component replace-
ment options.
• Sensor technology: Develop and apply new technology to
improve sensor reliability and durability.
New Products from 2014
• Circuit Card Replacements Involving Field Programmable
Gate Arrays: Case Studies, 3002002957
• EPRI Gold Card Project: Prioritization Strategy for Circuit
Card Reliability Guidelines, 3002002881
• Fiber Bragg Sensors for Single and Differential Pressure
Monitoring in Nuclear Power Plant Applications:
Environmental and Accident Condition Testing Results, u
3002004293
• Plant Installed Radiation Monitoring System Scoping Study,
3002002879
• Conceptual Design Study for Installation of a Solid State
Hydrogen Sensor: For Use in Hydrogen Monitoring at
Nuclear Power Plants, 3002002880
• Development of a Prototype Solid-State Hydrogen Sensor:
For Use in Hydrogen Monitoring at Nuclear Power Plants,
3002002881

Life-Cycle Management and Maintenance

Collected Field Data on Electronic Part Failures and 1003568
Common Information Interfaces Aging in Nuclear Power Plant Instrumentation and
Integration of EPRI Products With Enterprise Systems: 1008233 Control (I&C) Systems (2004)
A Case Study for Nuclear Asset Management (2004) Note: Report 1003568 is included with report 1008166.
Printed Circuit Board Maintenance, Repair, and Testing 1007916
Electronic Board and Component Aging Guide (2003)
Prognostic Simulation of Electronic Circuit Card 3002000320
Reliability: Predictive Environment for the Visualization Integrated Modernization Strategies
of Electromechanical Virtual Validation (PREVIEW) (2013) Use of Instrumentation and Control to Improve 3002000526
Collected Field Data on Electronic Part Failures and 1023281 the Dependability of Critical-to-Production
Guidelines for the Monitoring of Aging of Instrumentation Equipment (2013)
and Control (I&C) Electronic Components (2012) Identification of Critical-to-Power-Production Instrumentation 1025279
Circuit Card Life-Cycle Management Good Practices from 1022679 and Control Systems in Nuclear Power Plants (2012)
Non-Nuclear Power Industries in Europe (2011) Enhanced Integrated Empirical Modeling (2010) 1021078
EPRI Gold Card Project: Circuit Card Reliability 1022990 Assessment of Printed Circuit Board Diagnostic Techniques 1018534
Program Guidance (2011) (2009)
Guidance for Aging Management of Instrumentation and 1022246 Smart Component Final Phase (2009) 1019148
Control (I&C) Circuit Cards and Components Based on
Electricite de France (EDF) Experience (2010) Instrumentation and Control Strategies for Plant-Wide 1018109
and Fleet-Wide Cost Reduction: Utility Application
Evaluating the Effects of Aging on Electronic Instrument 1011709 Guideline (2008)
and Control Circuit Boards and Components in
Nuclear Power Plants (2005) I&C Obsolescence Management Strategy: 1015083
Pilot Study and Lessons Learned (2008)
Guidelines for the Monitoring of Aging of I&C Electronic 1008166
Boards and Components (2004) Task Evaluations for Nuclear Plant I&C Modernization 1011934
Strategies (2005)

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Life-Cycle Management and Maintenance: Integrated... (continued)
Network Management Technology Applied to Power 1011711
Plant Instrumentation, Control, and Maintenance (2005)
Full Plant I&C Modernization in 30 Days or Less: 1009611
A Feasibility Study (2004)
EPRI-lite: An Equipment Reliability and Obsolescence 1003103
Evaluation Tool (2001)
Safety System Obsolescence and Maintainability (2001) 1001413
Fort Calhoun Instrumentation & Control Systems GC-108835
Assessment, Vol. 1: Baseline Evaluation of I&C Systems,
Vol. 2: Upgrade Evaluation for Electro Hydraulic Control
and Turbine Supervisory Systems (1998)
ANO Plant Communications and Computing GC-108836
Architecture Plan, Vol. 1: Final Report
Vol. 2: Appendices A-F, Vol. 3: Appendices G-P (1998)
Calvert Cliffs I&C Life Cycle Management Plan GC-109918
Vol. 1: Strategic Plan, Vol. 2: Upgrade Guidelines
Manual (1998)
Proceedings of the EPRI International Conference PC-109369
on I&C Issues in Nuclear Power Plants (1998)
Instrumentation and Control System Maintenance TR-106029
Planning Methodology, Vol. 1: Manual, Vol. 2:
Workbook (1997)
Instrumentation and Control Upgrade Evaluation TR-104963
Methodology, Vol. 1: Manual, Vol. 2: Workbook (1996)
Instrumentation and Control Life Cycle Management TR-105555
Plan Methodology, Vol. 1: Manual, Vol. 2:
Workbook (1995)
Process Data Network Architecture Plan for TR-103445
the Browns Ferry Nuclear Plants (1994)
Plant Communications and Computing Architecture TR-104129
Plan Methodology Revision 1, Vol. 1: Methodology
Manual, Vol. 2: Workbook (1994)
Integrated Instrumentation and Control Upgrade Plan, NP-7343
Rev. 3 (1993)
Application of a Cost-Benefit Analysis Methodology TR-101984
to Nuclear I&C System Upgrades (1993)
Browns Ferry Instrumentation and Control TR-101963
Upgrade Methodology (1993)
Maintenance
Digital Control Systems: Survey of Current Preventive 1022713
Maintenance Practices and Experience (2011)
Circuit Card Life-Cycle Management Good Practices 1022679
from Non-Nuclear Power Industries in Europe (2011)
Guide for Determining Preventive Maintenance TR-103147
Task Intervals (1994)
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Reliability Centered Maintenance Implementation TR-103590
in the Nuclear Power Industry: Guidelines for
Successful RCM Implementation (1994)
Effects of Resistance Temperature Detector Aging TR-103099
on Cross-Calibration Techniques (1994)
Review of Technical Issues Related to the Failure of TR-102908
Rosemount Pressure Transmitters Due to Fill Oil Loss (1994)
Radiation Monitoring Systems
Plant Installed Radiation Monitoring System 3002002879
Scoping Study (2014) u
Calibration of Radiation Monitors at Nuclear Power 1011965
Plants (2005)
Utility Experience with Major Radiation Monitoring TR-104081
System Upgrades (1994)
Sensor Technology
Advanced Instruments
Conceptual Design Study for Installation of a Solid 3002002880
State Hydrogen Sensor: For Use in Hydrogen u
Monitoring at Nuclear Power Plants (2014)
Development of a Prototype Solid-State Hydrogen 3002002881
Sensor: For Use in Hydrogen Monitoring at Nuclear u
Power Plants (2014)
Hydrogen Detection in Nuclear Power Plants: 3002002107
Comparison of Potential, Existing, and Innovative
Technologies (2013)
Smart Sensors and Digital Fieldbus: Market/Product 1003564
Surveys and EdF’s Experience Feedback (2002)rated Circuits
Constant Temperature Power Sensor: Analysis and 1003110
Testing of a New Concept in Reactor In-Core Power
Management Instrumentation and Control (2001)
Fiber Optics
Fiber Bragg Sensors for Single and Differential 3002004293
Monitoring in Nuclear Power Plant Applications:
u
Environmental and Accident Condition Testing
Results (2014)
Optical Fiber Bragg Gratings for Single- and 3002000758
Differential Pressure Monitoring in Nuclear Power u
Plant Applications (2013)
Fiber Optic Sensors in Nuclear Power Plant TR-107326
Radiation Environments Phase 1 (Vol. 1) (1999))
Environmental Testing of Fiber Optic Components (1996) TR-106820
KNOWLEDGE TR ANSFER
Training Courses
The Instrumentation and Control Program offers several training
courses and workshops tied to critical I&C issues. These courses can
be conducted on-site as necessary and tailored to individual plant
needs and priorities. For more information on these courses, contact
Lynnette Evans at +704.595.2548 or aevans@epri.com.
Computer-Based Training Modules for Digital I&C Topics
EPRI has developed a set of thirty-one computer-based training (CBT)
modules that address digital instrumentation and control (I&C) issues
for new build and operating nuclear plants. These are available in
EPRI product 3002000531, Digital Instrumentation & Control Com-
puter-Based Training Modules – 2013 Edition. The materials are
provided in two forms: CBT modules and PowerPoint presentations,
which include instructor notes. Topics include digital system basics,
licensing, software verification and validation, requirements engi-
neering, configuration management, cyber security, and hazard
analysis. To facilitate use by utility engineers, EPRI has also installed
seventeen of these CBT modules in the National Academy for
Nuclear Training e-Learning system (NANTeL) of the Institute of
Nuclear Power Operations (INPO), where they are available to
INPO members. These modules are also available for order by non-
EPRI members.
Electromagnetic Interference Qualification for Digital Upgrades
This two-day seminar reviews technical and regulatory issues related
to electromagnetic interference (EMI) compatibility and qualification
for digital upgrades. Participants will develop an understanding of
how EMI affects power plant equipment, review techniques to mini-
mize and limit EMI, and learn how to develop specifications for
equipment susceptibility testing.
Engineering Technical Training Modules (ETTMs) –
Instrumentation and Control Series
Through EPRI’s Plant Engineering Program, several Engineering Tech-
nical Training Modules (ETTMs) are available and focused on vari-
ous instrumentation and control issues. For more information, see EPRI
document 1022638.
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Technical Advisory Committees
The Instrumentation and Control Program manages six technical advi-
sory committees to provide a focused forum for discussions and shar-
ing of lessons learned around key issues. Participation in these techni-
cal advisory committees is accomplished through the base program
or supplemental funding.
I&C Productivity Improvement
Improved and new I&C, human-system interface (HSI), information,
and communications technologies can help maintain current perfor-
mance levels and enable shifts to even higher performance levels.
The Productivity Improvements Technical Advisory Committee will
facilitate new technology implementation to improve productivity.
Efforts will include demonstration of new technologies and how they
can be used for plant and personnel productivity improvements.
Monitoring
EPRI’s research efforts in this area have been to develop processes
and tools that enable industry personnel to make informed decisions
about asset operations and maintenance in a timely manner. One of
the key products resulting from this effort is a suite of software prod-
ucts called the EPRI Plant Health Monitoring (PHM) Software. It pro-
vides the capabilities to perform both equipment diagnostics (trouble-
shooting) and prognostics (remaining life estimation), and includes
repositories of information that characterize faults/failures of equip-
ment. The PHM technical advisory committee provides the means to
collect, populate, manage, and distribute the data and models
needed to perform equipment diagnostics and estimate remaining
useful life. The committee participants also receive access to new
faults and data developed through this collaborative model.
Digital I&C Implementation
Many nuclear plant operators have requested EPRI assistance in
improving plant programs for managing issues associated with digi-
tal upgrades. In some cases, industry guidance and good practices
already exist, but have not been broadly communicated or widely
practiced. In other cases, practical guidance for utility engineers is
simply not available. The Digital I&C Implementation technical advi-
sory committee coordinates two meetings per year to address spe-
cific application issues that are proving problematic for current digital
upgrade projects. Topics include ensuring high reliability in non-
safety systems, performing failure modes and effects analyses for
digital systems, vendor interaction and oversight, and factory accep-
tance testing.
KNOWLEDGE TR ANSFER
Cybersecurity
Nuclear plants are engaged in implementing cyber security pro-
grams to address known and latent cyber threats. The regulatory
environment with respect to cyber security is also evolving, which
may result in additional requirements. The Cybersecurity technical
advisory committee provides a forum to provide input and feedback
to the progress and content of the Cyber Security Technical Assess-
ment Optimization Program content and delivery. Various products
will be developed including: online sharing database, reference
assessments, best practices related to cyber control methods and
alternate controls methods implementation, and interface guides.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
One issue that has been problematic for new plant equipment and
especially for digital I&C systems in recent years is electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC). In this area, EPRI seeks to help nuclear plants
effectively and efficiently address potential EMC vulnerabilities that
could cause undesired component behaviors and/or plant events,
by producing guidance on EMC qualification testing, managing
potential EMC vulnerabilities, and creating training materials for util-
ity engineers involved in I&C implementations. The technical advi-
sory committee guides and oversees this research to ensure that the
products are relevant, useful, and address the current needs of the
utilities.
I&C Reliability
Many nuclear plant operators have requested EPRI assistance in
developing programs for managing I&C obsolescence focused on
maintaining existing components. The I&C Reliability technical advi-
sory committee provides a forum to exchange plant experience, best
practices, and lessons learned. Such interactions support the imple-
mentation of effective I&C maintenance and life-cycle management
technology and approaches for generic I&C maintenance issues that
cut across multiple systems and/or suppliers.
I&C Severe Accidents
The March 2011 earthquake and tsunami damage to the Fukushima
Daiichi plant resulted in the plant losing its normal monitoring and
control capabilities for an extended period of time. EPRI is working
with the nuclear industry to review the I&C and human factors (HF)
potential needs, evaluate alternative measurement and control meth-
odologies, evaluate new or evolving technologies applicable to
severe accident environments, identify the potential advantages of
new technologies, and identify the challenges in deploying new solu-
tions. The technical advisory committee provides a forum to exchange
plant experiences, best practices, lessons learned, and the status of
on-going research in this area. These interactions support industry-
wide collaboration and information sharing for improving world-
wide response capabilities to severe accidents in nuclear power
plants.

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FUTURE INSTRUM ENTATION AND CONTROL M EETINGS
Joint Meeting of the DOE Light Water Reactor Sustainability Cybersecurity Technical Advisory Committee
Advanced Instrumentation, Information and Control Utility October 6–8, 2015
Working Group and EPRI Productivity Improvements through Charlotte, NC
Advanced Technology Strategy Group ANS Winter Meeting
August 11, 2015 November 8–12, 2015
Idaho Falls, Idaho Washington, DC
Radiation Monitoring Systems Obsolescence Management Guide ANS Winter Meeting
Face to Face Document Review Meeting November 8–12, 2015
August 13, 2015 Washington, DC
San Diego, CA
I&C Integration Committee
Nuclear Power Council
August 31–September 3, 2015
Atlanta, Georgia

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 SUCCESS STORY: A PRODUCT YOU NEED TO LOOK AT:
TH E D IG ITAL D ESIG N G U I D E
EPRI has developed guidance to help utility engineers make sure It is expected that the guidance in this report will be used to
they cover all the issues that come into play with plant modifica- complement existing plant processes or as a “roadmap” for devel-
tions that involve digital technology. This product was driven by oping or updating internal programs or procedures for conduct-
the problem that digital system design activities, especially soft- ing digital I&C engineering activities. The swimlane diagrams
ware elements, often are managed using processes that are not and the wall poster will help in communicating the bigger picture
well integrated into the overall plant design change process. This to stakeholders and managers and ensuring successful coordina-
can lead to inadequate treatment of key issues, significant unan- tion among participating organizations and individuals. Several
ticipated project costs and delays, and undesired events and sys- utilities are now working to build the Digital Design Guide into
tem behaviors after installation, up to and including inadvertent their procedures for plant modifications.
plant trips. For many plants, there is a need to improve the degree
Point of Contact
to which the digital design process is integrated with the plant
modification process to ensure that the key digital issues are prop- Ray Torok, Senior Technical Leader
erly addressed throughout the life cycle of a digital system. Phone: 650.855.2776
E-mail: rtorok@epri.com
The Digital Instrumentation and Control Design Guide (EPRI
3002002989), published in October 2014, was developed to
address this gap. It is intended to complement existing policies
and procedures used by owner/operators in controlling engineer-
ing changes to their facilities. The report focuses on issues specific
to digital technology, presenting guidance on key technical topics
within the framework of a generic modification process. The
intended audience for this guidance is owner/operator design
engineers and project managers involved in digital I&C modifica-
tion activities, or their architect/engineer (A/E) service providers
who may be assigned such responsibilities on behalf of the
owner/operator.

The guide uses “swimlane” diagrams to show suggested organiza-

tional responsibilities and interactions, along with timing and
sequencing for activities that are expected in a typical plant modi-
fication involving digital equipment. A detailed swimlane diagram
is provided for each of ten key topical areas, along with detailed
guidance and references for specific activities. For example, the
Analysis section includes guidance on hazard analysis, common-
cause failure and probabilistic risk assessment activities during the
various phases of a plant modification project. A Digital Design
Guide wall poster is also provided to illustrate the placement of
all activities for all topics in a large scale, integrated swimlane
view.

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