Radial neutron reflector

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1986-09-29

1988-06-14

Guynn, Herbert B.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Reactor structures

Circulating fluid within reactor

376458, G21C 1106

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047510439

ABSTRACT:
A radial neutron reflector is disclosed for a light water nuclear reactor. The irregular space between the core periphery and the core barrel surrounding the core is filled with a structure comprising material other than hydrogen such as zirconia or stainless steel so as to displace the reactor water coolant in this region. The structure is provided with appropriately sized flow holes to pass reactor coolant therethrough and to balance the pressure within the structure to substantially coincide with the axial pressure profile at the core periphery.

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