Proceedings of the ASME 2012 Pressure Vessels & Piping Conference

PVP2012
July 15-19, 2012, Toronto, Ontario, CANADA

PVP2012-78182
THE IMPORTANCE OF A STRONG TRAINING ELEMENT WITHIN THE EUROPEAN STYLE
PROJECT
Adam Toft
Serco TAS, Risley, Warrington, United Kingdom

John Sharples
Serco TAS, Risley, Warrington, United Kingdom

ABSTRACT
This paper describes a training programme to be carried
out under a work package of the STYLE project. Seminars
and visits to the premises of project participants are planned
to facilitate training, particularly for early career scientists
and engineers. Training topics include experimental work,
numerical modelling and simulation (residual stress,
welding, environmentally assisted corrosion, effects of
dynamic/seismic loading on components), engineering
assessment procedures, leak-before-break, probabilistic
fracture mechanics and materials behaviour. Training
handbooks will be developed to facilitate future training
within participating organisations. The paper outlines the
planned training programme and summarises the technical
content.

With many key technical experts within the European

nuclear industry now approaching retirement, the continued
training and professional development of less experienced
people is vital for the future viability of the industry.
Consequently, European framework programme projects are
including a strong training element within their work
packages. The STYLE project considers structural integrity
for lifetime management of non-reactor pressure vessel
components of nuclear power plant. The project is funded
under the seventh European Commission framework
programme. The objective of the project is to assess,
optimise and develop application of advanced tools for
structural integrity assessment of reactor coolant pressure
boundary components other than the reactor pressure vessel.

experiments, quantification of weld residual stresses by

numerical analysis and by measurements, stress corrosion
crack initiation/growth effects and assessment of reactor
coolant pressure boundary components (excluding the reactor
pressure vessel) under dynamic and seismic loading.

INTRODUCTION
This paper describes a programme of technical training
that has been developed under the Structural Integrity for
Lifetime Management - Non-RPV Components (STYLE)
project. The project has received funding from the European
Community's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7/20072013) under a grant agreement.
The organisations
participating in the STYLE project are listed in Table 1.

Based on theoretical and experimental results,

performance assessment and further development of simplified
engineering assessment methods are being carried out
considering both deterministic and probabilistic approaches.
Integrity assessment case studies and large scale
demonstration experiments are being performed on Mock-ups
of safety-relevant components. These will include a repair
weld in an aged butt-welded austenitic pipe, a dissimilar
narrow gap tungsten-inert gas weld and a cladded ferritic pipe.
A series of experiments on specimens and feature test pieces
are being carried out to support the large scale Mock-up
analyses.

The scope of the STYLE project [Ref. 1] is summarised

in the following paragraphs. The principal objective of the
project is to assess, optimise and develop the use of advanced
tools for the structural integrity assessment of reactor coolant
pressure boundary components relevant to ageing and life time
management and to integrate the knowledge created in the
project into mainstream nuclear industry assessment codes.
Realistic failure models for some key reactor coolant pressure
boundary components are being identified within the project
based on operating experience supported by a knowledge
management database.

The end products of the project, to be known as STYLE

TOOLS, will comprise a series of best practice guidelines on
the use of advanced analytical tools, on the improvement and
qualification of engineering assessment methods as a part of
European leak-before-break procedures and on life time
management of the integrity of reactor coolant pressure
boundary components in European nuclear power plants.

The range of assessment tools considered will include

those for assessment of component failure by advanced
fracture mechanics analyses validated on small and large scale

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The STYLE project is divided into seven main work

packages. These are summarised in the following section.
STYLE WORK PACKAGES
Work Package 1 - Experimental Work
Work package 1 provides experimental support for the
analytical aspects of the project. Three large-scale Mock-ups
have been prepared and are being tested for validation of the
numerical and analytical assessment tools that are to be
considered in other work packages. Each large Mock-up
focuses on one or two key technical topics.

The first Mock-up is to be developed by AREVA NP

SAS (Germany). It consists of a pipe with a narrow
gap dissimilar metal weld. The pipe thickness is
approximately 40 mm and the outer diameter 450
mm. This first Mock-up is intended to provide data to
refine and improve techniques for the assessment for
dissimilar metal welds and Leak-Before-Break.

The second Mock-up, provided by EDF Energy

(UK), is an austenitic steel butt-welded pipe with a
thermally aged austenitic weld repair (Outer diameter:
180 mm thickness: 35 mm). This mock-up is aimed
at the development and validation of defect
assessment techniques for low toughness austenitic
steels in the presence of weld residual stresses. Other
complex factors, such as the consideration of crack
tip constraint, are also being considered.

Ageing effect, with a focus on the embrittlement due

to thermal ageing and environment effects,

Improvement of structural integrity assessment

procedures, including constraint (transferability)
effects, residual stresses and leak-before-break
analysis.

Work Package 2 - Numerical analyses (advanced

modelling tools)
The main goal of Work Package 2 is to develop refined
methods and advanced tools, which are able to realistically
describe the complex physical mechanisms leading to ageing
and failure of reactor coolant pressure boundary components.
Relevant failure mechanisms will initially be identified and
presented as a degradation matrix, which cover key reactor
coolant pressure boundary components. This is being
supported by feedback experience and case studies from the
utilities perspective (End User Group: Work Package 6). The
experimental program undertaken in Work Package 1 is being
used to validate the developed methods and tools. The
theoretical and experimental results from Work Package 1 and
Work Package 2 will be used in Work Package 3 to gauge the
accuracy of engineering assessment methods, both
deterministic and probabilistic. Work packages 1-3 are
connected through the large Mock-up testing and the
investigation of issues such as environmental and seismic
effects.

The third Mock-up is a cladded ferritic pipe from

AREVA NP GmbH (Outer diameter:420 mm
thickness: 30 mm + 4 mm stainless steel cladding),
which focuses both on the issue of transferability of
test data and the treatment of cladding.

Because of the differences in methodology, the

complexity of the analyses and the finite element codes used,
benchmark calculations are being performed as a subsidiary
task in Work Package 2. The results of these calculations will
facilitate validation of the numerical results and promote
identification of the strengths and weaknesses of individual
methods.

Additional laboratory mock-ups are also being provided to

study specific topics of the project as follows:

Work Package 3 - Engineering Assessment Methods,

Leak-Before-Break Analyses

Three stainless steel pipe weld repair samples (Mockup 4) for the welding simulation and residual stresses
determination,

Aged austenitic steel specimens (made from Mock-up

2 material) containing controlled residual stress fields
(Mock-up 5), for the improvement of defect
assessment methods taking into account residual
stresses.

Laboratory weld simulation of a VVER safe end

dissimilar weldment (Mock-up 6) to calibrate a model
used for residual stresses and material ageing
evaluation.

Work Package 3 deals with deterministic and probabilistic

engineering assessment methods with particular focus on
Leak-Before-Break. There are strong links with Work Package
1 and Work Package 2 since the results of the experimental
and analysis work undertaken in these are being used to
validate/develop the engineering assessment methods and
Leak-Before-Break procedures. There is also a strong link to
Work Package 4 since this is responsible for defining the case
studies early in the project. From the results of Work Package
3, recommendations will be made on best practice of various
elements of engineering assessment methods and LeakBefore-Break.

Piping under dynamic, pulse loading (Mock-up 7)

The studies are focussed on the principal topics being covered

under the project, namely:

Welding simulation and residual stress estimation,

The general aim of the Work Package is to firstly

establish the state of the art national practices (including
evolution, particularly in terms of Leak-Before-Break) and
approaches in Leak-Before-Break and engineering assessment
methods, both from a deterministic and a probabilistic point of
view. The approaches (i.e. procedures and codes where
applicable) are then being applied/validated against some of
the mock-up experiments and analytical case studies. The
information obtained from these will then enable best practice

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guidance to be recommended on the various elements of LeakBefore-Break and engineering assessment methods. This will
enable the Leak-Before-Break and engineering assessment
methods developers and practitioners in the European
countries to take on board the best practice guidance for their
particular applications leading to a more harmonized position
being reached within Europe on these aspects.
Work Package 4 - Knowledge and Data Management
The aim of Work Package 4 is to establish a
comprehensive assessment of the available technology, codes
and data relevant to STYLE's overall scope. The focus for this
will be a degradation matrix of failure mechanisms of the
reactor coolant system piping and components, defined in
connection with the End User Group (Work Package 6). The
output of Work Package 4 supports knowledge preservation
and provides a basis for development work in the other work
packages.
Since the late 1980s the number of students choosing
nuclear related studies has significantly decreased and a
generation of senior nuclear experts is retiring. On the other
hand, security of supply and climate change issues have
helped start a renaissance of nuclear power. Research and
development projects such as STYLE have a clear role to play
in order to avoid a possible loss of capability and nuclear
knowledge in the European Union.
The Work Package is applying a promising and pilottested methodology for preservation and consolidation of
technical knowledge in two main areas: Validation of LeakBefore-Break and Integrity Assessment Methods, and Welds
and Weld Repair Issues including manufacturing procedures,
qualification of inspection techniques and mitigation
measures.
Priority is being given to realistic ageing processes for
light-water-reactor piping systems, based on a component
degradation matrix developed with the industrial End User
Group (Work Package 6). Additionally, case studies will be
provided with a consistent set of input data for such
assessments. The final phase of the knowledge consolidation
process will be organized within Work Package 7 with the
development of the final product and reports.
Work Package 5 - Training activities
The objective of Work Package 5 is to facilitate the
training of eligible new scientists and engineers (post-doctoral
research assistants, PhD students, diploma students,
interns). Training is being provided in the development of
project End Products via short visits to the relevant partner
establishments. It is foreseen that the training of eligible
persons will be enhanced via suitable links with the Network
of Excellence NULIFE [Ref. 2]. Topics for various training
programmes arise from several case studies that have been
developed under Work Packages 1 to 3, as described in more
detail in the latter sections of this paper
Work Package 6 - End User Group

industry as whole, i.e. generic issues that are important for all
participating parties, and for the STYLE-consortium as a
whole, rather than singular points of importance for individual
participants.
The End Users Group is establishing a firm need for
information basis in the form of an issue matrix in the area to
validate the project, to review the outcome of the respective
work packages and to establish a platform under which the
results can be implemented and put to use for the end user
participants and other relevant partners of the STYLE project.
Work Package 7 - End Product STYLE TOOLS
Work Package 7 will integrate the work undertaken in
Work Packages 1 to 4 in a form suitable for wider
dissemination and adoption. This end product is called
"STYLE TOOLS" and has two key objectives:

To provide harmonized best practice guidance for

ageing and lifetime management of pressure circuit
components at a European level

To provide detailed examples of the use of the

structural integrity assessment tools developed within
STYLE in the context of ageing and lifetime
management of pressure boundary/pressure circuit
components

In Work Package 7 recommendations for improvements to

national procedures will be made to aid adoption of the
methodologies developed and validated within STYLE.

WORK PACKAGE 5 - TRAINING PROGRAMME

The objective of Work Package 5 is to facilitate the
technical training of early career scientists and engineers. A
programme of training activities has been established under
the Work Package on the basis of several case studies. These
case studies have been developed by Work Package 5
participants and are described later in this paper.
Training is being undertaken during short visits to the
relevant Work Package 5 participants establishment. It is
foreseen that the training of eligible persons will be enhanced
via suitable links with the Network of Excellence NULIFE
[Ref. 2]. The various topics in which training is being offered
include experimental work, numerical modelling and
simulation (residual stress, welding, EAC, effects of
dynamic/seismic loading on components), engineering
assessment procedures, probabilistic fracture mechanics and
materials behaviour.
The likely duration of each training visit varies between a
few days to perhaps two weeks. Travel and other mobility
related costs (up to a maximum grant per eligible person) are
being funded from a retained Work Package 5 budget. Prior to
the visits, training course handbooks are being developed by
the relevant hosting organisations. The content of the
document includes:

The objectives of the Work Package 6 End Users Group

are to define the issues that are of prime concern for the

Description of the training task to be performed

within the project.

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Relevant literature covering technical papers and

relevant code and standards.

Time schedule and reporting.

A structured process has been established to coordinate

applications by and selection of eligible persons. The project
General Assembly approves the nomination of training
candidates, following consideration of the goals and expected
results associated with each training visit. Following
completion of all training courses, a Training Handbook will
be produced to record experience and compile all of the
training material arising from every course. This is being
developed in collaboration with the NULIFE expert groups
and the harmonisation group. This training handbook will be
part of the project end product STYLE TOOLS. A training
seminar in the application of STYLE End Products will be
organised during the final year of the project.

This training is scheduled to take place during April - May

2012, at the premises of AREVA NP GmbH located in
Erlangen, Germany. An additional training opportunity is
provided by the possibility of participation in an end of project
expert review seminar.
Case Study No. 2
The case study 2 leader is EDF Energy who will host
associated training sessions at their UK premises. Work to be
conducted under case study 2 includes the following:

TRAINING CASE STUDIES

Training opportunities have been identified on the basis of
several case studies developed by Work Package 5
participants. The case studies, and the planned training
associated in each case, are described in turn below.
Case Study No. 1
Reliable fracture mechanics material properties are
essential to understand the physical processes leading to
failure of cracked components. Material properties data are
normally obtained by testing small specimens, which are
subsequently used for the assessment of a larger component.
Extensive experimental and analytical work is being
undertaken in STYLE to investigate the assumption that
small scale material properties are fully transferable to
large scale components. This includes testing of a cladded
ferritic pipe, Mock-up 3, where stable crack growth of an inner
surface flaw is to be induced until a break through the wall
occurs. The work proposed in this case study is to compile all
relevant experimental and analytical results and evaluate them
with respect to the open issues established in the issues matrix.
Training associated with this case study will include
elastic-plastic fracture mechanics and constraint-based
analysis. The following aspects will be considered by training
candidates in interpretation of test results:

Fracture mechanics analyses of small scale specimens

(J-Integral / T-Stress)

Fracture mechanics analysis of the large scale test

(Mock-Up 3)

Basic ductile tearing analyses.

Influence of constraint on the crack initiation and

crack growth

ASTM 1820 interpretation of the measurement

Influence of the uncertainties in the measurement on

the numerical fracture mechanics analysis

Application of published KI formulas for cladded

components

Four independent finite element predictions of weld

residual stresses in a complex 3D repair welded
structure

Assessment of the accuracy and reliability of such

predictions, via both inter-comparison and

validation against residual stress measurements made

in WP1

Benchmarking of the R6 weld modelling guidelines

Best practice recommendations for finite element

simulation of residual stresses in repair-welded
austenitic steel pipes.

Validated residual stresses for input into advanced

fracture analyses of the Mock-up 2 large scale
fracture test.

This analysis of a repair welded pipe is a complex threedimensional problem that is not regarded as well suited to
training activities. However, a number of simpler weld
simulation benchmark problems have been identified as
suitable training topics. These include an edge-welded beam
benchmark exercise, and an end of project weld residual stress
expert review seminar.
Case Study No. 3
A Leak-Before-Break seminar is planned for April 2012,
during which several practical training aspects are to be
covered. These include finite element analysis of complex
geometries, stress intensity factor solutions, evaluation of
limiting crack lengths, crack opening areas and leakage rates.
This training will be in the form of presentations, followed by
practical analytical sessions during which the trainees will
undertake various aspects of leak before break analyses with
guidance provided by experts from the host organisation
(Serco). An interactive discussion, regarding the measures
necessary for technical justification of a leak before break
argument, is planned as the final session of the workshop.
Case Study No. 4
Narrow gap weld techniques are often used in the nuclear
industry to join ferritic low alloy steel heavy section
components to austenitic stainless steel piping systems. The
case study proposes to assess the capability of numerical
welding simulations to predict residual stress fields in such
dissimilar metal weld configurations. The case study is hosted

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by AREVA NP SAS (France), and focuses on a narrow gap

dissimilar metal weld geometry which is representative of
primary circuit piping. This consists in an assembly of an
A508 Class 3 ferritic pipe welded to a 316L austenitic pipe by
means of an Alloy 52 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding narrow gap
welding.
The expected results of case study 3 are the final residual
stress fields in the middle and in the vicinity of the nickelbased alloy joint. Sensitivity analyses to various parameters of
the modelling process are planned to validate the simulation.
A workshop is planned to deliver training in this topic.
Case Study No. 5
The case study specifies work to develop understanding of
primary water stress corrosion cracking in a narrow-gap
dissimilar metal weld. Corrosion tests will be carried out
under simulated pressurised water reactor primary water
conditions. The objective of this work is to improve accuracy
in predicting time-to-failure for a given stress and
environment. Training is scheduled to take place at NRI Rez
(Czech Republic). Training opportunities relating to dissimilar
metal weld assessment and stress corrosion cracking testing
have been identified as follows:.

Background on dissimilar metal weld integrity

assessment issues

Material characterization (mechanical and fracture

properties) for dissimilar metal welds

Stress corrosion cracking models, equations, etc (

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code for pressurised
water reactor environment).

Assessment of residual stress for dissimilar metal

welds.

Engineering assessment methods for dissimilar metal

weld integrity
Case Study No. 6

Reheat cracking, is a generic creep failure mode that has

been observed in welded structures operating at high
temperatures. It is influenced by many interacting factors
including low material ductility (and the metallurgical factors
affecting this), prior plasticity, structural constraint, and
welding residual stress. It can occur during post weld heat
treatment and during long-term exposure of non-heat-treated
welds to elevated temperature environments.
Previous
experimental and model validation work has been carried out
on simplified test specimens and welded geometries. The aim
of this case study is to investigate a test component that
represents the complex geometry of as-welded nuclear plant
components.
The proposed work provides the opportunity for training
on non-destructive residual stress determination and
subsequent data analysis. By participating in the
measurements at the synchrotron facility the trainee will have
the opportunity of becoming acquainted with the experimental
methodology and its application to the challenging case of
Mock-Up 2. Subsequent to the measurement execution there is

also the possibility for trainees to engage in complex data

analysis. The host organisation for the case study is JRC,
Petten (The Netherlands).
Case Study No. 7
Case Study 7 deals with modelling and interpretation of
stress corrosion cracking in primary circuit dissimilar metal
welds, based on the results of stress corrosion cracking test
results proposed under Case Study No. 5. The objective is to
develop a model for the prediction of crack initiation time and
subsequent growth of stress corrosion cracks, in order to
address concerns in relation to the integrity of these welds and
the fulfilment of Leak-Before-Break principles. Training
opportunities connected with the use of analytical software
tools (e.g. WinPRAISE), which are used to predict leak
frequencies, have been identified. The host organisation is
TECNATOM (Spain).
Case Study No. 8
Case study 8 is hosted by KFKI (Hungary) and proposes
to simulate the welding process of the VVER-440 main
feedwater nozzle. The main aim is the determination of the
residual stress field which develops during the welding
process. For a successful simulation, realistic material
properties are required, and these will be provided by other
work carried out under the STYLE project.
Training
opportunities are linked with those identified for Case Study 2.
The planned training activities include the following:

Welding simulation

Automation of parametric studies.

Evaluation of measured data

Case Study No. 9

This case study proposes work to investigate dynamic

effects in an Leak-Before-Break assessment. Finite element
analyses will quantitatively investigate the influence of
dynamic loading on crack initiation and extension behaviour.
Different dynamic loading and support conditions of the
pipework will be considered and comparison with standard,
static leak before break procedures will be conducted. The
following structural analysis of piping systems under dynamic
loading are planned:

Crack initiation,

Crack stability,

Leak Before Break.

The numerical tools developed under case study 9 will be

validated by comparison with data from experiments on pipes
under dynamic, pulse loading (Mock-Up 7.).
Training opportunities include the opportunity to
participate or observe dynamic testing, and undertaking
sensitivity studies to promote understanding of the influence
of geometric and rate-dependent mechanical and fracture
properties. Training will take place at the premises of IWM
(Germany).

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Case Study No. 10

The proposed work is related to the instrumentation and
testing of the cladded ferritic pipe Mock-up 3, as described in
Case Study No. 1. Training opportunities that have been
identified relate to various aspects of experimental technique,
particularly in relation to specimen instrumentation. The host
for case study 10 remains to be decided.

Performing fatigue calculations with threedimensional models and complex thermal loading.

Performing crack growth calculations with threedimensional models and complex thermal loading.

Investigating the effect of material plasticity with

complex thermal loading.

Case Study No. 11

This case study addresses issues related to large scale
testing of dissimilar metal weld components. It is hosted by
CEA (France) and is based on the experimental work on
Mock-up 1 and Mock-up 2. The objective is to assess the
capabilities of testing techniques used for demonstration of the
methodology to predict the behaviour of a welded pipe
component containing a circumferential through-wall crack.
Mock-up 1 is a narrow-gap dissimilar metal weld containing a
circumferential through-wall crack close to the material
interface. Mock-up 2 is an austenitic repair weld with a crack
located close to the fusion line or in the middle of the weld
material. The planned training activities are related to ductile
fracture testing and the interpretation of results.
Case Study No. 12
This case study is concerned with material
characterization of dissimilar metal weld components: weld,
base metal, buttering and heat affected zone. This is proposed
in association with experimental and analytical work on
Mock-up 1, and training opportunities exist in determination
of J-R curves for dissimilar metal weld specimens. This will
be complemented by a comparison of experimentally
determined values of J (based on current standards) with those
obtained by finite element analysis. The training is to be
hosted by NRI in Rez, Czech Republic. A workshop session is
planned to discuss where differences may arise between the
two sources of data, together with consideration of the reasons
why such differences may arise. Training candidates will be
invited to join a debate addressing how any disparity between
experimentally derived and finite element J-R data may be
effectively resolved.
Case Study No. 13
This case study proposes work to model high-cycle
thermal fatigue caused by turbulent mixing. A simplified
method to assess high-cycle thermal fatigue is by representing
complex thermal loading as a simple sinusoidal temperature
variation with conservative amplitude and frequency. This is
used in a one-dimensional thermal-mechanical model of the
wall material to determine the stress fluctuations. There is a
need to develop a more refined and less conservative model.
This case study aims at assessing the validity of the sinusoidal
method in a range of cases and developing it further by using
data from experiments and numerical simulations. A range of
training opportunities have been identified by the host
organisation (VTT, Finland), including the following:

RECORDING TRAINING ACHIEVEMENTS

The key records that will be produced to describe aspects
of the Work Package 5 training programme cover
development of the individual training exercises, successful
delivery of each training course, and a compilation of the
training material developed from each case study.
A training proposal is being developed by the host
organisation(s) for each case study. The content of this
document includes a technical description of the training,
identification of essential reference material and a time
schedule for training and reporting.
Each trainee will be provided with a certificate at the end
of their training course to record their participation. Trainees
will each submit a structured report describing the training
received following completion of their visit.
Following completion of all training courses a STYLE
Work Package 5 training handbook will be produced. This
document will compile all of the training material developed
under Work Package 5 and is to be prepared in close
collaboration with the NULIFE expert groups and the
harmonisation group. The training handbook will form part of
the project end product STYLE TOOLS.
CONCLUDING REMARKS
This paper has provided a summary of the various
technical work packages that are included in the scope of the
STYLE project and described a programme for the training
activities planned under STYLE Work Package 5 with the
objective of facilitating technical training of early career
scientists and engineers. Training courses have been
developed on the basis of thirteen case studies that have been
initiated by Work Package 5 participants. The case studies
relate to several of the other work packages. The nature of the
training planned in each case study has been outlined. The
training activities are planned to take place during 2012, and
ongoing activities for Work Package 5 are as follows:

Performing fatigue calculations with the sinusoidal

method, e.g. studies with different mechanical
boundary conditions.

Host organisation(s) to issue training proposal for

each case study.

Selection and approval of applicants for training.

Preparation of technical support documentation.

Conduct training visits at host organisation premises.

Compilation of training material in a training

handbook at the end of the project.

Assist in forward planning of training seminars.

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The final end product of Work Package 5 will be a

training handbook that will form part of the STYLE TOOLS
end product. This is to be compiled following completion of
all Work Package 5 training events. With many key technical
experts within the European nuclear industry now approaching
retirement, the continued training and professional
development of less experienced people is vital for the future
viability of the nuclear power industry. Work Package 5 of the
STYLE project will contribute to resolution of these
succession planning issues by provision of effective training to
early career scientists and engineers. Beyond the immediate
scope of the project, the STYLE training handbook is also
intended to support future training within participating
organisations.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The authors wish to acknowledge the assistance and
advice provided by all of the STYLE Work Package 5
participants in developing this study.
REFERENCES
1.

T. Nicak, E. Keim, Proceedings of the ASME 2010

Pressure Vessels & Piping Division, PVP2010-25,
STYLE: Project Overview, July 18-22, 2010.

2.

NULIFE Website: http://nulife.vtt.fi

TABLES
Table 1
STYLE Project Participating Organisations
Organisation
Country
AREVA NP GmbH (Project coordinator) Germany
EDF Energy Ltd.
United
Kingdom
Commissariat l'nergie Atomique
France
Joint Research Centre Institute for EU/Netherlands
Energy
Serco Ltd.
United
Kingdom
Vattenfall Ringhals AB
Sweden
Magyar Tudomanyos Akademia KFKI, Hungary
Atomenergia Kutatointezet
AREVA NP SAS
France
Bay Zoltan Alkalmazott Kutatasi Hungary
Kozalapitvany
The University of Bristol
United
Kingdom
lectricit de France S. A.
France
Institut de Soudure Association
France
Regia Autonoma Pentru Activitati Romania
Nucleare Drobeta Tr.Severin R.A.Sucursala Cercetari Nucleare Pitesti
Fraunhofer
Institut
fr Germany
Werkstoffmechanik
The University of Manchester
United
Kingdom
Nuclear Research and consultancy Group Netherlands
Nuclear Research Instute Rez plc.
Czech Republic
Ustav Jaderneho Vyzkumu Rez A. S.
Czech Republic
Studiecentrum voor Kernenergie
Belgium
TECNATOM S. A.
Spain
Valtion Teknillinen Tutkimuskeskus Finland
VTT

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