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EPSRC Reference: EP/L504713/1
Title: Intelligent Condition Monitoring for Civil Nuclear Structures
Principal Investigator: Lieven, Professor N
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Department: Aerospace Engineering
Organisation: University of Bristol
Scheme: Technology Programme
Starts: 17 June 2013 Ends: 26 May 2016 Value (£): 121,087
EPSRC Research Topic Classifications:
Energy - Nuclear
EPSRC Industrial Sector Classifications:
Energy
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Summary on Grant Application Form
Building on its successful feasibility study, where a potential 25% time-saving for machine fault diagnosis was

demonstrated, the consortium aims to achieve Intelligent Condition Monitoring (ICM) for the civil nuclear industry. This

project will enable Beran and EDF Energy to extend health monitoring to a wider range of machinery, structures and new

civil nuclear plants.

The technology adopted is derived from a physical understanding of non-linearities arising from degradation of

components, utilising expertise in prognostic algorithms from the University of Bristol. The analysis tools will utilise methods

already used extensively in the aerospace and medical sector, which will be adapted for use within nuclear power plant

systems. Industry benefits include increased accuracy, reliability and safety, greater availability of plant through predictive

maintenance, improved operator intelligence, resulting in enhanced plant performance and reduced operating costs.
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