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Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/15821
Title: Studies of a CANDU-PHW Reactor Core Containing an Annulus of Enriched Uranium
Other Titles: Part A: McMaster (Off-Campus) Project
Authors: Boczar, Peter George
Advisor: Kay, R.E.
Department: Engineering Physics
Keywords: computer studies;CANDU-PHW reactor;fuel costs;power peaking;uranium;hybrid
Publication Date: Sep-1978
Abstract: <p> Computer studies are made of a CANDU-PHW reactor core containing an annulus of enriched uranium around a central zone of natural uranium. For hybrid cores of this type with a maximum radial form factor, the uranium requirements, fuel costs, stability, and power peaking upon refuelling are investigated. It is found that these hybrid cores offer potential savings of 10% to 20% in fuel costs and uranium utilization compared to the present CANDU-PHW core, and are only slightly less stable. However, power peaking upon refuelling is a problem with these cores.</p>
Description: One of two project reports: The other part is designated Part B: On-Campus Project
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/15821
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