Codes & Standards
ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code
The code governing the vacuum vessel and pressure boundaries.
- Governs
- Vessels, pressure boundaries
The ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code governs the design, fabrication and inspection of pressure-retaining components — for a fusion plant, the vacuum vessel and coolant boundaries. Selecting the applicable section and division is an early code decision.
Kronos identifies BPVC applicability for its vessel and pressure systems.
Common questions
Why does the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code apply?
The vacuum vessel, cooling loops and pressure boundaries are pressure-retaining components, so they are designed and qualified to the ASME BPVC like other nuclear and industrial pressure equipment.
Is this novel for fusion?
No — it is established pressure-equipment practice applied to fusion hardware, which is part of why much of the plant is classed as ready for detailed design.