Springer Nuclear Power Plants I&C Systems Symposium Book

Explore the latest advancements in nuclear energy safety with this comprehensive collection of research papers. Published by Springer as part of the Notes in Electrical Engineering series (Volume 595), this book compiles selected works from the Fourth International Symposium on Software Reliability, Industrial Safety, Cyber Security and Physical Protection of Nuclear Power Plant. Held in August 2019 in Guiyang, China, the symposium gathered global experts to address the evolving needs of modern energy infrastructure. This volume focuses on the essential inspection, testing, and certification processes required for both software and hardware within instrument and control (I&C) systems. It provides technical insights into the reliability of sensors, actuators, and control systems used at nuclear power plants (NPP). Whether you are a researcher, scholar, or nuclear power practitioner, this text serves as a vital resource for understanding the technical standards and research driving the security and efficiency of nuclear power plant operations.