Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8083837 | Nuclear Engineering and Technology | 2018 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The GAIA-specific grid behavior is in contrast to the typical spacer grid, which is characterized by a buckling instability. The increased mechanical robustness of the GAIA spacer grid is advantageous in meeting the increased seismic and LOCA loadings and the associated safety requirements. The unique GAIA spacer grid behavior will be incorporated into AREVA NP's licensed methodologies to take full benefit of the increased mechanical robustness.
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Authors
Brian Painter, Brett Matthews, Pierre-Henri Louf, Hervé Lebail, Veit Marx,