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Current developments in nuclear breeder technology

Conference · · Alternative Energy Sources; (United States)
OSTI ID:5197084
In order to retain nuclear generated power as a viable option, LMFBRs (Liquid Metal Fast Breeder Reactors) must be developed and deployed. Designs have been evolved for both a 'pool' configuration and a 'loop' configuration. In the pool concept, heat is transferred from the core to primary sodium contained in a reactor vessel and then transferred to a non-radioactive secondary sodium system via intermediate heat exchangers (IHX) contained within the reactor vessel.
Research Organization:
Westinghouse Electr Corp, Madison, Pa
OSTI ID:
5197084
Report Number(s):
CONF-791204-
Conference Information:
Journal Name: Alternative Energy Sources; (United States) Journal Volume: 6
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English