Nuclear reactor physics and engineering
External reference: https://openalex.org/T10597
- Neutron-capture uncertainties limit r-process residuals
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Full-resolution model reproduces key MSRE flow and neutron data Full-resolution multiphysics simulation of the Molten Salt Reactor Experiment couples neutronics with thermal-hydraulics to reproduce experimental behavior and reveal three-dimensional flow.
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Analytical model estimates MHD pressure losses in lead-lithium flow Analytical model and CFD validation for MHD pressure drop in lead-lithium flows for fusion reactor breeding blankets under variable magnetic field conditions.
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Greedy hybrid pathway balances emissions, cost, and reliability Explore Taiwan's energy transition pathways using greedy algorithm optimization to balance nuclear power, emissions reduction, costs, and grid stability through 2050.
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Cr and rare-earth grey phases form in doped fuel models Synchrotron spectroscopy reveals chromium and lanthanide speciation in Cr-doped uranium dioxide fuels, showing perovskite secondary phases remain structurally stable under radiation exposure.
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Structural choices strongly affect CFETR tritium breeding performance Neutronics modeling of CFETR HCCB blanket demonstrates structural design optimization yields substantial tritium breeding ratio gains; material composition changes show limited benefit.
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Graphite modification reduced molten LBE infiltration Polycarbosilane impregnation and pyrolysis process significantly reduces molten LBE infiltration into nuclear graphite, improving impermeability for lead-cooled fast reactor coolant channels.
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Passive safety systems handled the cold-leg LBLOCA in the SCW-SMR study Study analyzes cold-leg LBLOCA for supercritical water SMR using parametric analysis, demonstrating passive safety systems effectively manage the accident without active high-pressure injection.