In fuel pin fabrication, there is no assurance that a
fuel pellet will be loaded concentrically. Therefore,
azimuthal variations exist in the temperature field giving
rise to asymmetry in the neutron flux distribution and pin
stresses. Calculations must be made to determine the two
dimensional temperature profile which may then...
A Fabric Composite Radiation Heat Transfer Study has been
conducted to determine the effective emissivities of specific
fabric composite materials. The weave of the fabric and the
high strength capability of the individual fiber in
combination with the thermal conductivity and chemical
stability of specific metallic liner, result in a...
Natural convection provides a means for circulating fluids without the use of pumps. This type of system is of great interest for a wide variety of applications, including solar heaters, process industry, and nuclear reactors. Natural convection will play a vital role in the area of passive safety and reliability,...