Instrumentation for measuring flow rates in the three nuclear core cooling systems for L.E.N.A. – University of Pavia
Case History – Instrumentation for measuring flow rate in the three nuclear core cooling systems and environmental radioactivity level. Triga Mark II L.E.N.A. Nuclear Reactor – University of Pavia
Client:
Laboratory of Applied Nuclear Energy (L.E.N.A.) – University of Pavia
Supplier:
Digitron-Italia S.r.l
Intervention period:
April 15-18, 2025
Location:
University of Pavia – L.E.N.A. Department
Project Objective
The Laboratory of Applied Nuclear Energy (L.E.N.A.) at the University of Pavia needed an advanced system for the automated collection, acquisition, and recording of data from various high-precision measuring instruments, essential for monitoring and analysis in its research laboratories.
Solution Provided
Digitron Italia designed, developed, and installed on-site a complete data acquisition system, integrable with the following types of instruments:
Rate meters for measuring environmental radioactivity;
Differential pressure sensors, useful for monitoring laboratory overpressure;
Instrumentation for measuring flow rate in air ducts (ventilation and air movement systems in controlled environments).
The system was custom-built to ensure:
High reliability and precision in recording;
Simple and intuitive user interface for technical personnel;
Compatibility with existing protocols within the laboratory.
Phases of Intervention
Preliminary analysis of the existing system and identification of the laboratory's specific technical needs.
Custom software and hardware development for data acquisition and synchronization from various devices.
On-site installation and configuration at L.E.N.A. facilities, in collaboration with the internal technical team.
Testing and functional validation phase, where collected data was compared with expected values to verify accuracy and stability.
Results Achieved
Complete integration of the system with existing instrumentation;
Data recording reliability proven by verification sessions conducted between April 15 and 18, 2025;
Improved operational efficiency in managing experimental data;
Greater control and security in measurement processes, thanks to automation and data traceability.
Final Considerations
The project concluded with the full satisfaction of the client, who benefited from a solid, scalable system that aligns with the standards required in scientific and academic fields. With this intervention, Digitron Italia confirms its expertise in providing customized technological solutions in the field of precision scientific instrumentation.