Compact Reversed-Field Pinch Reactors (CRFPR): fusion-power-core integration study
Using detailed two-dimensional neutronics studies based on the results of a previous framework study (LA-10200-MS), the fusion-power-core (FPC) integration, maintenance, and radio-activity/afterheat control are examined for the Compact Reversed-Field Pinch Reactor (CRFPR). While maintaining as a base case the nominal 20-MW/m/sup 2/ neutron first-wall loading design, CRFPR(20), the cost and technology impact of lower-wall-loading designs are also examined. The additional detail developed as part of this follow-on study also allows the cost estimates to be refined. The cost impact of multiplexing lower-wall-loading FPCs into a approx. 1000-MWe(net) plant is also examined. The CRFPR(20) design remains based on a PbLi-cooled FPC with pressurized-water used as a coolant for first-wall, pumped-limiter, and structural-shield systems. Single-piece FPC maintenance of this steady-state power plant is envisaged and evaluated on the basis of a preliminary layout of the reactor building. This follow-on study also develops the groundwork for assessing the feasibility and impact of impurity/ash control by magnetic divertors as an alternative to previously considered pumped-limiter systems. Lastly, directions for future, more-detailed power-plant designs based on the Reversed-Field Pinch are suggested.
- Research Organization:
- Los Alamos National Lab., NM (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-36
- OSTI ID:
- 5139531
- Report Number(s):
- LA-10500-MS; ON: DE86001238
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products. Original copy available until stock is exhausted
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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Related Subjects
REVERSE-FIELD PINCH
AFTER-HEAT
MAINTENANCE
ALPHA PARTICLES
IMPURITIES
NEUTRON REACTIONS
PUMPED LIMITERS
TWO-DIMENSIONAL CALCULATIONS
WALL LOADING
BARYON REACTIONS
CHARGED PARTICLES
HADRON REACTIONS
LIMITERS
NUCLEAR REACTIONS
NUCLEON REACTIONS
PINCH EFFECT
POWER DENSITY
700200* - Fusion Energy- Fusion Power Plant Technology