Articles with "core catcher" as a keyword



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Numerical simulation of Post Accident Heat Removal in a typical pool-type SFR under severe core relocation scenario

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Published in 2017 at "Progress in Nuclear Energy"

DOI: 10.1016/j.pnucene.2017.07.011

Abstract: Abstract Under a hypothetical core meltdown and relocation scenario in Sodium cooled Fast Reactor (SFR), there may be a chance for reactor main vessel failure if the core debris are allowed to settle at the… read more here.

Keywords: heat removal; core catcher; core relocation; relocation ... See more keywords
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Analysis of feasibility of a new core catcher for the in-vessel core melt retention strategy

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Published in 2020 at "Progress in Nuclear Energy"

DOI: 10.1016/j.pnucene.2020.103321

Abstract: Abstract This study deals with the feasibility study of a new in-vessel core melt retention (IVCMR) strategy capable to extend the coping period in the event of adverse situations, involving the melting of the core.… read more here.

Keywords: vessel core; vessel; core catcher; feasibility ... See more keywords