Transport processes in LMFBR core disruptive accidents

Conference · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1978

OSTI ID:6797570

Boudreau, J E; Smith, L L

In this paper, a few of the important problem areas in LMFBR safety are defined and the results of related SIMMER calculational results are outlined. The key transport phenomena that are known have been identified and the need for specific experimental/analytical research has been discussed. The SIMMER code is in its early stages of developmental verification, and the need for a comprehensive experiment analysis activity is clear. Experimental research should include a balanced set of tests that lend insight both in the isolated phenomena as well as span the range of interest in interactive, high temperature transient behavior. If uncertainty bands for the transport phenomena can be quantified, sensitivity studies can be performed to evaluate the adequacy of our current state of knowledge, and conversely the need for further research.

• Research Organization: Los Alamos Scientific Lab., NM (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-36
• OSTI ID: 6797570
• Report Number(s): LA-UR-78-1265; CONF-780918-2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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