Doosan Enerbility expands 'B-EYES' system for nuclear power plants

Doosan Enerbility is expanding the reach of its jointly developed 'B-EYES' system, a sophisticated generator condition monitoring solution. The company, in collaboration with Creitech, an engineering firm specializing in noise and vibration, will supply this system for the generator replacement project at units 1 and 2 of the Temelín Nuclear Power Plant in the Czech Republic.

The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at Creitech's Ulsan plant. This agreement marks a significant step for the 'B-EYES' system's international deployment. The system is designed to monitor key parameters of generators in real-time. It measures the temperature, vibration, and wear of the 'brushes,' crucial components that supply current to the generator's rotating shaft.

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B-EYES is a measurement system that measures the temperature, vibration, and wear of the 'brushes,' which are components that supply current to the generator's rotating shaft, in real-time to diagnose potential failures or the generator's condition in advance.

These brushes are vital for generator performance and safety. Issues such as overheating or sparking can lead to fires, while general wear can degrade the quality of power output. The B-EYES system provides early diagnosis of potential failures by continuously assessing these critical components, allowing for proactive maintenance and preventing costly downtime or accidents.

Under the MOU, Doosan Enerbility and Creitech will collaborate on the production, maintenance, and after-sales service of the B-EYES system. Their joint efforts will focus on supplying the system not only to the Czech nuclear facility but also to domestic and international nuclear and thermal power plants, leveraging their combined expertise to enhance operational reliability and safety across the global energy sector.

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If the condition of the brushes deteriorates, it can lead to overheating or sparking, potentially resulting in a fire. Even if a fire does not occur, problems such as a decrease in power generation quality can arise, making the brushes a critical component of the generator.