Nuclear technology
Increasing global tensions are reinforcing the need for expertise in safety and operations. Since 1951, IFE has built and operated nuclear facilities and developed knowledge in nuclear power. Through decades of research and practical experience, we have built solid expertise in applied nuclear technology, nuclear power and nuclear safety, covering the entire lifecycle of nuclear power plants.
The growing interest in nuclear power – driven by energy demand, climate challenges, expanded use in medicine, industry and the environment, as well as geopolitical uncertainty – makes IFE’s expertise particularly relevant.
Nuclear technology concerns nuclear reactions and radioactivity.
Nuclear power is a broader concept which, in addition to nuclear technology, includes safety (safety, security and safeguards), operations and production, as well as decommissioning.
IFE will develop solutions for new technologies, including small modular reactors (SMRs). The Halden Project will be further developed. The project gives IFE a unique position in nuclear safety through an extensive international network of authorities, regulators, industry and research organisations.
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Control Room DesignDesign, Verification and Validation of Operating Environments to Support High Performance Operation. Our designs are adapted to the operational needs for communication and collaboration, sight lines, ergonomics, and the need to share equipment. IFEs 3D tools support early integration of human factors expertise, participatory design and early verifications & validations. Services
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Cyber SecurityExpertise in Operational Safety and Security of Critical Infrastructures. The IFE Cyber Security Centre brings together researchers and engineers from multiple disciplines to develop holistic solutions for cybersecurity. Services
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AI, Robotics and Digital TwinsCutting-edge Solutions in Digital Twins, Radiation Physics Modelling, Nuclear Safety, and Robotic Applications in Hazardous Environments. Services HADRON Lab integrates nuclear physics, AI, data analytics and robotics for safety-critical applications
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Human Factors EngineeringIFE har competence and experience within Human Factors Engineering, in compliance with the guidelines of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the International Organisation for Standardisation and United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission IFE has competence and experience in Human Factors Engineering, following USNRC guideline NUREG-0711, IAEA SSG-51 and ISO-11064. Services
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Human Factors Integrated System ValidationExperts in ISV Planning, Methods and Measures – for Modernized & New Plants. Guidelines and standards provide overall guidance, but considerable technical work and methodological decisions is required to develop an adequate ISV plan for each unique project. Services IFE has considerable experience in planning, conducting, analyzing and reporting ISVs for the nuclear industry
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Risk & Safety for Critical InfrastructureDevelopment and Consultancy in Risk and Safety for Critical Infrastructure. Safety assurance and risk assessments in accordance with national regulations and IAEA guidelines. Services offered
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Simulator Training of Nuclear Power Plant Operators and InstructorsTools, Methods, Laboratories and Experience to Optimize Operator Training. From the Halden Human Machine Laboratory and the Halden Virtual Reality Centre, IFE has more than 25 years of experience in evaluation of operator performance, and in development & testing of VR-based simulators for training. Services