Uncertainty analysis and flow measurements in an experimental mock-up of a molten salt reactor concept
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B. Yamaji
Abstract
In the paper measurement results from the experimental modelling of a molten salt reactor concept will be presented along with detailed uncertainty analysis of the experimental system. Non-intrusive flow measurements are carried out on the scaled and segmented mock-up of a homogeneous, single region molten salt fast reactor concept. Uncertainty assessment of the particle image velocimetry (PIV) measurement system applied with the scaled and segmented model is presented in detail. The analysis covers the error sources of the measurement system (laser, recording camera, etc.) and the specific conditions (de-warping of measurement planes) originating in the geometry of the investigated domain. Effect of sample size in the ensemble averaged PIV measurements is discussed as well. An additional two-loop-operation mode is also presented and the analysis of the measurement results confirm that without enhancement nominal and other operation conditions will lead to strong unfavourable separation in the core flow. It implies that use of internal flow distribution structures will be necessary for the optimisation of the core coolant flow. Preliminary CFD calculations are presented to help the design of a perforated plate located above the inlet region. The purpose of the perforated plate is to reduce recirculation near the cylindrical wall and enhance the uniformity of the core flow distribution.
Kurzfassung
In diesem Beitrag warden Messergebnisse einer Versuchsanlage zu den Strömungsbedingungen in einem Salzschmelzereaktorkonzept vorgestellt zusammen mit einer detaillierten Unsicherheitsanalyse. Dazu wurden nicht invasive Strömungsmessungen in dem skalierten und segmentierten Abbild einer homogenen einzelnen Region der Salzschmelze des Reaktorkonzepts. Eine Unsicherheitsanalyse der PIV-Messungen wird detailliert beschrieben. Dabei werden die Fehlerquellen des Messsystems (Laser, Kamera, usw.) ebenso wie sich aus der untersuchten Geometrie ergebenden spezifischen Bedingungen (Korrektur der Messebenen) berücksichtigt. Auch wird der Einfluss der Probengröße diskutiert. Des Weiteren wird ein Zwei-Loop-Betrieb analysiert. Dabei zeigt sich, dass sich dabei ohne weitere Verbesserungen eine starke Separation der Kernströmung einstellt, die vermieden werden sollte. Dazu wurde der Einfluss interner Strömungsverteilungsstrukturen zur Optimierung der Strömung des Kühlmittels im Kern untersucht und erste CFD-Berechnungen durchgeführt am Beispiel einer perforierten Platte im Eintritt.
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- Contents/Inhalt
- Contents
- Summaries/Kurzfassungen
- Summaries
- Editorial
- Research on the reactor physics and reactor safety of VVER reactors – AER Symposium 2015
- Technical Contributions/Fachbeiträge
- Monte-Carlo code calculation of 3D reactor core model with usage of burnt fuel isotopic compositions, obtained by engineering codes
- Xenon instability study of large core Monte Carlo calculations
- Error detection in core loading in the condition of asymmetrical distribution of power
- New models in VERONA 7.0 system
- Methodology for determining of the weighted mean coolant temperature in the primary circuit hot legs of WWER-1000 reactor plants
- Verification of three-dimensional neutron kinetics model of TRAP-KS code regarding reactivity variations
- Aspects of using a best-estimate approach for VVER safety analysis in reactivity initiated accidents
- Qualification of coupled 3D neutron kinetic/thermal hydraulic code systems by the calculation of a VVER-440 benchmark – re-connection of an isolated loop
- Uncertainties of the KIKO3D-ATHLET calculations using the Kalinin-3 benchmark (Phase II) data
- Coupled code analysis of uncertainty and sensitivity of Kalinin-3 benchmark
- Efficient introduction of natural uranium and thorium into nuclear energy system
- Economical aspects of multiple plutonium and uranium recycling in VVER reactors
- Neutronic analysis of absorbing materials for the control rod system in reactor ALLEGRO
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