Partial dismantling of research reactor-Sofia prior its refurbishment into low power reactor

The strategy for the Research Reactor IRT-Sofia, after decision of the Government for its refurbishment, is a partial dismantling of the old systems and equipment. Removal of the reactor core and replacement of old equipment will not pose any significant problems for dismantling. For most efficient use of resources there is a need for implementation of the engineering project, 'Plan for partial dismantling of equipment of the IRT-Sofia as a part of its refurbishment and conversion into low power RR', which has been already prepared. (author)