17–22 May 2026
C.I.D
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Integrated Sustainment Strategy through a Unified Accelerator Systems Definition

MOP8308
18 May 2026, 16:00
2h
C.I.D

C.I.D

Deauville, France
Poster Presentation MC8.U07: Sustainability Poster session

Speaker

Martin Pieck (Los Alamos National Laboratory)

Description

The sustained reliability and availability of the LANSCE accelerator depend on a clearly defined and integrated “systems” framework. This foundation links five core sustainment strategies: Asset Management, Risk Management, Conduct of Engineering, Training & Qualification, and Data Collection & Analysis. Unifying these under a common structure enables consistent decision-making, coordinated resource use, prioritized maintenance, and system-level performance tracking. It breaks down silos, improves efficiency, and supports targeted workforce development while reinforcing clarity in roles, responsibilities, authority, and accountability. Realizing this vision requires deliberate planning, early stakeholder engagement, and a robust change management strategy to navigate organizational and cultural shifts. This unified framework bridges short-term needs with long-term goals, positioning LANSCE to sustain mission-critical operations through 2050 and beyond. The paper explores this integrated approach as a scalable model for other aging accelerator facilities seeking sustainment without compromising mission continuity.

Footnotes

LA-UR-25-31208

Funding Agency

This work was supported by the U.S. DOE through Los Alamos National Laboratory which is operated by Triad National Security, LLC, for NNSA of DOE. (Contract No. 89233218CNA000001)

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Author

Martin Pieck (Los Alamos National Laboratory)

Co-authors

Mr Anthony Koppi (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Mr Charles Kelsey (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Curt Lindenbaum (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Mr Eron Kerstiens (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Gregory Dale (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Mark Gulley (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Mr Mark McMillen (Los Alamos National Laboratory) Mr William Peck (Los Alamos National Laboratory)

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