Nuclear scientists have connected Unit 1 of the Smolensk NPP after completing the third stage of work on managing the resource characteristics of the reactor core, Rostec's press service reported.
The essence of the technology lies in restoring the shape of graphite columns. In addition, the low-pressure cylinders were overhauled in the turbine shop, and the working blades of the turbogenerator were technically inspected.
In the electrical shop (where the mechanical energy of the turbogenerator's rotation is converted into electrical energy), the DC panels were modernized and two generators were repaired. Microprocessor DC cabinets were also installed. The "smart" equipment automatically shows the direction of insulation reduction in the networks. All work was completed 19 days ahead of schedule.
The Smolensk NPP is located in the suburb of Desnogorsk. It was put into operation in 1982. The station includes three power units with uranium-graphite channel reactors, each of which has an electrical capacity of 1000 MW. IAEA experts highly appreciate the safety level of the NPP.
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