Analysis of the Safety of Nuclear Power Plants

Abstract:

Nuclear energy is a carbon-free, clean and efficient energy. It is very important in the progress of human civilization and modern development of the world, however, there are still some problems such as nuclear leak and nuclear waste. In this paper, the worlds nuclear energy utilization and nuclear power plant constructions are reviewed and plans are forecasted. The basic reason of previous nuclear power plant accidents in history is summarized. Taking 2011 Tohuku earthquake-fukushima nuclear power station accident as an example,threats to the nuclear power plant by earthquake are investigated and impacts on social, economic and ecological environment caused by nuclear power station accident are analyzed. This paper drew lessons from previous accidents and put forward a variety of countermeasures which are from both the technical and management aspects. We also appeal people all over the world to respect the nature, enjoy the nature, and to create and enjoy the new civilization of human beings.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 724-725)
• Pages: 692-695
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.724-725.692
• Online since: August 2013
• Authors: De Wen Liu, Jian Xun Zheng, Zhi Ke Chen, Liang Kun Liu
• Keywords: Base Isolation, Energy Dissipation, Location Safety, Management, NPP, Nuclear Leak, Tsunami

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