Modernization of the Data Processing Device for the Boron Concentration Meter

Abstract

Currently all nuclear power plants with VVER -reactors used data measuring systems called a Boron Concentration Meter (NAR). They are necessary for the boron control implementation. NAR consists of sensors and auxiliary devices, and it includes the device of storage and data processing (UNO). Both the rapid evolution of computer architectures, and associated microprocessor hardware updates in the electronics market create a necessity of a new device development. The main design goals both are to optimize the hardware solutions and to use a new software and algorithmic capabilities. However, another development goal is not only the upgrading of circuitry and software, but the optimization of calibration process in the NAR and testing it.

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