Open AccessExperience related to the safety of advanced LMFBR fuel elements
Author(s) -
J.F. Kerrisk
Publication year - 1975
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/4104393
Subject(s) - breeder (animal) , nuclear engineering , breeder reactor , liquid metal , transient (computer programming) , environmental science , engineering , materials science , computer science , blanket , composite material , operating system
Experiments and experience relative to the safety of advanced fuel elements for the liquid metal fast breeder reactor are reviewed. The design and operating parameters and some of the unique features of advanced fuel elements are discussed breifly. Transient and steady state overpower operation and loss of sodium bond tests and experience are discussed in detail. Areas where information is lacking are also mentioned. (auth