Application of Microprocessor-Based Equipment in Nuclear Power Plants: Technical Basis for a Qualification Methodology. Draft Report for Comment

摘要

This document (1) summarizes the most significant findings of the 'Qualification of Advanced Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Systems' program initiated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC); (2) documents a comparative analysis of U.S. and European qualification standards; and (3) provides recommendations for enhancing regulatory guidance for environmental qualification of microprocessor-based safety-related systems.