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Top-down scaling analysis of the integral reactor vessel test facility

Creator:

Graves, Joshua D.

Abstract:

Oregon State University has conducted research in collaboration with TerraPower, LLC, to perform a top-down scaling analysis of an integrated test facility. The goal of this facility is to simulate transient and quasi-steady phenomena at a reduced scale, including steady-state operation, pump coastdown, natural circulation, reactor head heat transfer, and...

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Masters Thesis

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Vessel Test Facility AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Joshua D. Graves for the degree of Master of
Development of a Novel Device to Measure the Viscosity of High Temperature Molten Salts

Creator:

Blyther, Joshua D.

Abstract:

This thesis presents a novel design for a rheometer style viscometer by implementing high temperature and inert atmospheric requirements on the device. The goals of this device are to measure the viscosity of high temperature molten salts, which are corrosive and extremely hydroscopic. It also aims to be able to...

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Masters Thesis

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AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Joshua D
Experimental Investigation of the Transition to Natural Convection in HTGR Applications using the Oregon State SFSETF

Creator:

Fishler, Joshua D.

Abstract:

High Temperature Gas Reactors (HTGRs) are positioned to disrupt local and global markets via their unique ability to produce carbon-free process heat, high efficiency power generation, and passively safe operational features. However, significant impediments still exist to delay deployment of this particular technology, including a lack of experimental data, verified...

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Dissertation

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AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Joshua D. Fishler