Thermal-Hydraulics of Water Cooled Nuclear Reactors
Thermal-Hydraulics of Water Cooled Nuclear Reactors

Author: Francesco D'Auria

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2017-05-18

Total Pages: 1200

ISBN-13: 0081006799

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Thermal Hydraulics of Water-Cooled Nuclear Reactors reviews flow and heat transfer phenomena in nuclear systems and examines the critical contribution of this analysis to nuclear technology development. With a strong focus on system thermal hydraulics (SYS TH), the book provides a detailed, yet approachable, presentation of current approaches to reactor thermal hydraulic analysis, also considering the importance of this discipline for the design and operation of safe and efficient water-cooled and moderated reactors. Part One presents the background to nuclear thermal hydraulics, starting with a historical perspective, defining key terms, and considering thermal hydraulics requirements in nuclear technology. Part Two addresses the principles of thermodynamics and relevant target phenomena in nuclear systems. Next, the book focuses on nuclear thermal hydraulics modeling, covering the key areas of heat transfer and pressure drops, then moving on to an introduction to SYS TH and computational fluid dynamics codes. The final part of the book reviews the application of thermal hydraulics in nuclear technology, with chapters on V&V and uncertainty in SYS TH codes, the BEPU approach, and applications to new reactor design, plant lifetime extension, and accident analysis. This book is a valuable resource for academics, graduate students, and professionals studying the thermal hydraulic analysis of nuclear power plants and using SYS TH to demonstrate their safety and acceptability. - Contains a systematic and comprehensive review of current approaches to the thermal-hydraulic analysis of water-cooled and moderated nuclear reactors - Clearly presents the relationship between system level (top-down analysis) and component level phenomenology (bottom-up analysis) - Provides a strong focus on nuclear system thermal hydraulic (SYS TH) codes - Presents detailed coverage of the applications of thermal-hydraulics to demonstrate the safety and acceptability of nuclear power plants

Advances in High Temperature Gas Cooled Reactor Fuel Technology
Advances in High Temperature Gas Cooled Reactor Fuel Technology

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2012-06

Total Pages: 639

ISBN-13: 9789201253101

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This publication reports on the results of a coordinated research project on advances in high temperature gas cooled reactor (HTGR) fuel technology and describes the findings of research activities on coated particle developments. These comprise two specific benchmark exercises with the application of HTGR fuel performance and fission product release codes, which helped compare the quality and validity of the computer models against experimental data. The project participants also examined techniques for fuel characterization and advanced quality assessment/quality control. The key exercise included a round-robin experimental study on the measurements of fuel kernel and particle coating properties of recent Korean, South African and US coated particle productions applying the respective qualification measures of each participating Member State. The summary report documents the results and conclusions achieved by the project and underlines the added value to contemporary knowledge on HTGR fuel.

Molten Salt Reactors and Thorium Energy
Molten Salt Reactors and Thorium Energy

Author: Thomas James Dolan

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-01-25

Total Pages: 1068

ISBN-13: 0323993567

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Molten Salt Reactors and Thorium Energy, Second Edition is a fully updated comprehensive reference on the latest advances in MSR research and technology. Building on the successful first edition, Tom Dolan and the team of experts have fully updated the content to reflect the impressive advances from the last 5 years, ensuring this book continues to be the go-to reference on the topic. This new edition covers progress made in MSR design, details innovative experiments, and includes molten salt data, corrosion studies and deployment plans. The successful case studies section of the first edition have been removed, expanded, and fully updated, and are now published in a companion title called Global Case Studies on Molten Salt Reactors. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the advantages and challenges of MSR development and thorium fuel use, as well as step-by-step guidance on the latest in MSR reactor design. Each chapter provides a clear introduction, covers technical issues and includes examples and conclusions, while promoting the sustainability benefits throughout. - A fully updated comprehensive handbook on Molten Salt Reactors and Thorium Energy, written by a team of global experts - Covers MSR applications, technical issues, reactor types and reactor designs - Includes 3 brand new chapters which reflect the latest advances in research and technology since the first edition published - Presents case studies on molten salt reactors which aid in the transition to net zero by providing abundant clean, safe energy to complement wind and solar powe

Storage and Hybridization of Nuclear Energy
Storage and Hybridization of Nuclear Energy

Author: Hitesh Bindra

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2018-11-22

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 0128139765

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Storage and Hybridization of Nuclear Energy: Techno-economic Integration of Renewable and Nuclear Energy provides a unique analysis of the storage and hybridization of nuclear and renewable energy. Editor Bindra and his team of expert contributors present various global methodologies to obtain the techno-economic feasibility of the integration of storage or hybrid cycles in nuclear power plants. Aimed at those studying, researching and working in the nuclear engineering field, this book offers nuclear reactor technology vendors, nuclear utilities workers and regulatory commissioners a very unique resource on how to access reliable, flexible and clean energy from variable-generation. - Presents a unique view on the technologies and systems available to integrate renewables and nuclear energy - Provides insights into the different methodologies and technologies currently available for the storage of energy - Includes case studies from well-known experts working on specific integration concepts around the world

Liquid Metal Cooled Reactors
Liquid Metal Cooled Reactors

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201079077

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Presents a survey of worldwide experience gained with fast breeder reactor design, development and operation. Coverage includes state of the art of liquid metal fast reactor development; lead-bismuth cooled (LBC) ship reactor operation experience and LBC fast power reactor development; and treatment and disposal of spent sodium.

Nuclear Energy
Nuclear Energy

Author: Nicholas Tsoulfanidis

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-12

Total Pages: 522

ISBN-13: 1461457165

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Nuclear Energy provides an authoritative reference on all aspects of the nuclear industry from fundamental reactor physics calculations to reactor design, nuclear fuel resources, nuclear fuel cycle, radiation detection and protection, and nuclear power economics. Featuring 19 peer-reviewed entries by recognized authorities in the field, this book provides comprehensive, streamlined coverage of fundamentals, current areas of research, and goals for the future. The chapters will appeal to undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and energy industry experts.

Thermal and Flow Design of Helium-cooled Reactors
Thermal and Flow Design of Helium-cooled Reactors

Author: Gilbert Melese

Publisher:

Published: 1984

Total Pages: 444

ISBN-13:

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This source book provides both an overview of gas-cooled reactors and a detailed look at the high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR). Taking a worldwide perspective, this book reviews the early development of the HTGR and explores potential future development and applications.

Handbook of Generation IV Nuclear Reactors
Handbook of Generation IV Nuclear Reactors

Author: Igor Pioro

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2022-12-07

Total Pages: 1112

ISBN-13: 0128226536

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Handbook of Generation IV Nuclear Reactors, Second Edition is a fully revised and updated comprehensive resource on the latest research and advances in generation IV nuclear reactor concepts. Editor Igor Pioro and his team of expert contributors have updated every chapter to reflect advances in the field since the first edition published in 2016. The book teaches the reader about available technologies, future prospects and the feasibility of each concept presented, equipping them users with a strong skillset which they can apply to their own work and research. - Provides a fully updated, revised and comprehensive handbook dedicated entirely to generation IV nuclear reactors - Includes new trends and developments since the first publication, as well as brand new case studies and appendices - Covers the latest research, developments and design information surrounding generation IV nuclear reactors

Natural Circulation Phenomena and Modelling for Advanced Water Cooled Reactors
Natural Circulation Phenomena and Modelling for Advanced Water Cooled Reactors

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 9789201274106

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Based on an IAEA coordinated research project focused on the use of passive safety systems and natural circulation to help meet the safety and economic goals of advanced nuclear power plants, this publication includes the identification and definition of the thermo-hydraulic phenomena that affect the reliability of passive safety systems, characterization of each phenomenon, integral tests to examine the passive systems and natural circulation, and a methodology for examining passive system reliability.