Russia Rolls Out AI Assistant at Nuclear Power Plant to Predict System Failures
The system processes data from over 12,000 sensors and alerts operators 30 minutes in advance — reducing risks and boosting efficiency.
A nuclear power plant in Novovoronezh, Russia, has deployed a powerful new AI-based system to help operators manage complex processes in real time. The tool analyzes data from more than 12,000 sensors and can predict technical anomalies up to 30 minutes in advance — offering early warnings and operational guidance.
The technology was tested at Unit 6 of the Novovoronezh Nuclear Power Plant, where it successfully monitored 360 different systems simultaneously. By automating this level of analysis, the AI dramatically reduces the risk of human error — a critical benefit in an industry where mistakes can carry multimillion-dollar consequences.
The system is designed to be a collaborative partner — displaying detailed analytics and recommendations while leaving the final decisions to human operators. The result is a hybrid decision-making model that enhances both safety and the global competitiveness of Russia’s nuclear energy sector.
