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GCR2. THE ORNL DESIGN STUDY

Journal Article · · Nuclear Eng.
OSTI ID:4312966

The main features of the enriched-uranium gas-cooled graphite-moderated reactor designed by ORNL are discussed. Some of the distinctive features are enriched uranium oxide fuel, helium cooling, stainless steel clad fuel elements, and a burnup of 7000 Mwd/t. The reactor is rated at 687 Mwh and 225 Mwe net. (W.D.M.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-12-015877
OSTI ID:
4312966
Journal Information:
Nuclear Eng., Journal Name: Nuclear Eng. Vol. Vol: 3
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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