KNF is conducting an upgrading program of the nuclear fuel design technology to replace its present design code system induced from foreign fuel vendors. From such program an indigenous design code system will be developed for the fuel design, the reactor core design and safety analysis.
KNF is exerting to strengthen the safety, reliability and economics of the fuel through continuous improving of the fuel components and assembly designs. In addition, KNF has established a plan to develop an advanced fuel with high performance.
For the stable supply of fuel components and the cost reduction of fuel manufacturing, KNF is conducting a program for domestic production of the key fuel components and a program for standardizing various manufacturing and inspection techniques. KNF is also planning to develop the basic technology for manufacturing the burnable absorber rods.
KNF plans to develop the on-site fuel examination techniques and equipment for collecting the in-pile fuel data which will be utilized in developing advanced fuels with enhanced safety and economics. KNF is also accelerating the development of the fuel repair techniques and equipment for repairing damaged fuels within the shortest time.