Neutron fluence surveillance capsule holder modification for boi

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1996-08-16

1997-10-28

Carone, Michael J.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Nuclear transmutation

Irradiation capsule, holder, or support

376245, 376249, 376254, G21C 1700

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056824092

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for carrying out a surveillance program to monitor the neutron fluence and its effect on vessel materials at a position in the annular space between the pressure vessel and core shroud of a boiling water reactor for the purpose of monitoring vessel embrittlement. The apparatus includes an offset capsule holder assembly which fits in an existing capsule holder attached to the inner surface of the pressure vessel wall. The offset capsule holder assembly positions a new capsule holder radially closer to the core, by an amount determined by neutron transport calculations. The new capsule holder is geometrically identical to the original, or a "replacement in kind", allowing the original surveillance capsules to be immediately reinstalled. With the water moderator in the downcomer annulus, the fluence rate increases significantly when the surveillance capsule is moved radially inward from the pressure vessel inside surface toward the core.

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