Table 2 The main parameters of the LFR used in the simulation.
From: Transmutation of MAs and LLFPs with a lead-cooled fast reactor
Main parameters | Value |
|---|---|
Thermal power (MWt) | 750 |
Electric power (MWe) | 300 |
Refueling cycle (Day) | 600 |
Core height (mm) | 1200 |
Core diameter (mm) | 3200 |
Number of fuel/MAs assemblies | 205 |
Number of LLFPs assemblies | 114 |
Number of blanket assemblies | 120 |
Number of control rods | 12 |
Fuel assembly at internal area | UO2 84% + PuO2 16% |
Fuel assembly at intermediate area | UO2 82% + PuO2 18% |
Fuel assembly at outmost area | UO2 78% + PuO2 22% |
Number of pins in each assembly | 91 |
Pin diameter (mm) | 9.1 |
Pellet diameter (mm) | 10.4 |
