Two-phase computer codes for zero-gravity applications

Conference · Wed Oct 01 00:00:00 EDT 1986

OSTI ID:6175312

Krotiuk, W J

This paper discusses the problems existing in the development of computer codes which can analyze the thermal-hydraulic behavior of two-phase fluids especially in low gravity nuclear reactors. The important phenomenon affecting fluid flow and heat transfer in reduced gravity is discussed. The applicability of using existing computer codes for space applications is assessed. Recommendations regarding the use of existing earth based fluid flow and heat transfer correlations are made and deficiencies in these correlations are identified.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest Lab., Richland, WA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC06-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 6175312
• Report Number(s): PNL-SA-14372; CONF-8610219-1; ON: DE87002711
• Resource Relation: Conference: 33. annual meeting of the American Astronautical Society - aerospace: century 21, Boulder, CO, USA, 27 Oct 1986
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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