Abstracts and Available Papers Presented at the 2005 International RERTR Meeting
Feasibility
Study of Potential LEU Fuels for a Generic MNSR Reactor
J.E. Matos and R.M.
Lell
RERTR Program
Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne, Illinois, USA 60439
ABSTRACT
A feasibility study was performed for a generic
Miniature Source Reactor (MNSR) reactor to identify
potential LEU fuels that could be used for conversion of
these reactors. The model that was used and analysis
results obtained with the current HEU fuel are first
described. Potential LEU fuels are then listed. The
study results were used to identify fuels that may be
suitable for use in MNSR conversions, the qualification
status of these fuels, and potential manufacturers. Five
LEU fuels and core designs were identified that match
the excess reactivity of the HEU core. Conversion of
MNSR reactors to these fuels would be technically
feasible if all safety requirements are shown to be
satisfied, the fuels are qualified and licensed, and
manufacturers are available to fabricate the fuels at a
reasonable price.
Contact: Dr. Jordi Roglans-Ribas
Technical Director, RERTR Department
Nuclear Engineering Division – 362
Argonne National Laboratory
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