GASP IV simulation of nuclear waste

摘要

The current governmental research and development program for the disposition of high-level nuclear wastes from both defense and commercial sources is modelled using a discrete GASP IV based simulation. The simulation utilizes, as input, actual and current data from various DOE management information systems. A sampling of disposition data contained within these systems are milestones, storage facility capacities, and predecessor and successor relations. Decision variables include facility capacities and on-line times. Results indicate the time scheduling for bringing interim and final storage facilities on-line and the capacities of these facilities. An accident analysis module provides a probabilistic methodology to quantify intangibles such as congressional approvals and societal demands. The objectives of the simulation are to provide an effective management tool where the impact of alternative decisions can be evaluated and to gain visibility of existing and related data on waste disposition.