A reliability program for nuclear power plant emergency diesel generators

Abstract

This report demonstrates the use of MIL-STD-785B, Military Standard - Reliability Program for Systems and Equipment Development and Production. A reliability program is developed for nuclear power plant Emergency Diesel Generators in accordance with MIL-STD-785B requirements. The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission has stated that a diesel generator reliability program is necessary to resolve outstanding safety issues. The plan proposed uses the Indian Point 3 Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Diesel Generator configuration for illustration purposes.