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RELAP4/MOD6 analysis of forced- and gravity-feed reflood tests

Conference ·
OSTI ID:5164046
The RELAP4/MOD6 computer code is used for the analysis of the reactor core heat transfer during the reflooding phase of a postulated loss-of-coolant accident (LOCA) in a pressurized water reactor (PWR). The code requires the user to specify input parameters for the reflood heat transfer models. Results of previous comparisons of code calculations with experimental data have indicated no single selection of input parameters is adequate for a spectrum of tests and test facilities. This paper presents the development of revised quidelines and assesses the effect of those modifications on RELAP4/MOD6 data comparisons using previously analyzed reflood experiments. The paper also presents an assessment of the revised guidelines and the original guidelines against experimental data significantly different from previously analyzed tests.
Research Organization:
EG and G Idaho, Inc., Idaho Falls (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC07-76ID01570
OSTI ID:
5164046
Report Number(s):
CONF-800723--2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English