Development of Map of Applicability of Atmospheric Optical Communication at Nuclear Energy Facilities of the Russian Federation

The possibility of using an atmospheric optical communication line at nuclear power facilities of the Russian Federation as a backup communication channel as well as for regular use has been analyzed. Using the existing methodology for assessing the feasibility of this type of communication and long-term meteorological observations in all location areas of nuclear power facilities on the territory of the Russian Federation, it has been shown that the use of existing modern Russian atmospheric communication terminals will allow high-speed data exchange within each perimeter of these facilities and will ensure high year-round availability of such a communication channel. A map of applicability of the atmospheric optical line has been developed, emphasizing the high efficiency of application of various communication terminals at nuclear power facilities on the territory of Russia.