Power boiler startup and shutdown cycling and proper water chemistry are paramount in extending the life and reliability of the unit. Loss of control of either of these processes can cause cracking of ...

Flexible operation and related power changes can have a direct impact on fuel integrity through pellet–cladding interaction/stress corrosion cracking (PCI/SCC) phenomena, which could lead to fuel ...

Palisades Operators train on the reconstituted Control Room Simulator in preparation for the plant's expected restart. (Credit: Holtec) Stress corrosion cracking in steam generators at the Palisades ...

Temperature, humidity and industrial pollutants such as sulfur dioxide are among the major causes of aluminum alloy corrosion. Transportation equipment operating in high-humidity tropical climates is ...

In-service lubricant analysis serves both proactive and predictive roles. Proactive measurements—such as particle count, water content, glycol levels, viscosity, and acid number—concentrate on ...