CRBRP modular steam generator tube-to-tubesheet and shell-closure welding
The original Modular Steam Generator (MSG), whiand inh was designed, built, and tested by the Energy Systems Group (ESG) of Rockwell International, was a departure from conventional boilers or heat exchangers. The design was a hockeystick concept - the upper section of the generator is curved 90/sup 0/. Factors affecting operating parameters were considered and incorporated in the original MSG design. The MSG was fully instrumented and functionally tested at the Energy Technology Engineering Center at Rockwell. The MSG steamed continuously for over 4000 h, and at the conclusion of the 9000-h test cycle, it was systematically dismantled and examined for wear to critical components. This paper explains the solutions to several manufacturing challenges presented by the unique design of the MSG.
- Research Organization:
- Rockwell International Corp., Canoga Park, CA (USA). Energy Systems Group
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC15-76CL02395
- OSTI ID:
- 5686869
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-820307-2; ON: DE82004942; TRN: 82-007881
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: Topical meeting on engineering for nuclear plant construction, operation, and maintenance, Charleston, SC, USA, 28 Mar 1982
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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