| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 297149 | Nuclear Engineering and Design | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In this paper, an optimized control drum system for the European Lead Cooled Training Reactor (ELECTRA) is proposed. By changing the number of rotating drums from 6 to 12, we succeed in reducing the maximum rotational worth of a single drum from 4 $ to 1.64 $. As a consequence, the safety margin during reactivity insertions is significantly improved.
► The design is modified by introducing 12 drums. ► The maximum rotational worth of a single drum become 1.64 $. ► Operational life is 14 full power years. ► Safety margin is sufficiently increased.
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Authors
Erdenechimeg Suvdantsetseg, Janne Wallenius, Sara Bortot,