A Case for Small Modular Fast Reactor

Chang, Y.I.; Konomura, Mamoru; Pinto, P. Lo

doi:10.3327/jnst.44.264

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“…The hyperion power module is also in the conceptual design stage (Rosner and Goldberg, 2011). A small modular fast reactor (SMFR) is being designed through international collaboration (Chang et al, 2007). It may be pertinent to note that for most of the SMRs, design, licensing and detailed engineering activities are at an early stage (Ramana et al, 2013).…”

Section: Emerging Trends In New Nuclear Power Plant Designsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Modularity in nuclear power plants: a review

Upadhyay

Jain

2016

JEDT

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Purpose Modularity in design and construction of nuclear power plants (NPPs) is widely used for reduction in project construction time and cost. This paper aims to improve understanding of existence, rationale, relevance, types and definitions of modularity in NPPs. Design/methodology/approach The paper approaches study of modularity in NPPs through review of existing literature. The objective of this paper is to answer the questions such as “what is the meaning of module in the context of NPPs?”, “what is the meaning of modularity in the context of NPPs?”, “why modularity is considered in the design and construction of NPPs?”, “what are the types of modules and modularity?” and “what are the emerging trends?” Findings Findings of the paper indicate towards widespread use of modularity to reduce construction time and cost, improve safety performance and enable smarter applications of NPPs. Large NPPs tend to use modularity to shorten the project gestation period, and thereby reduce capital cost. Small and medium size NPPs plan to use modularity for simpler and safer reactors that can be factory manufactured, transported, installed and scaled up as permitted by the economic environment. Research limitations/implications This being a review, it has the usual limitations associated with the literature review papers. Practical implications Findings of the paper may influence policy regarding option, type, size, design, engineering, procurement and construction of NPPs. Social implications Findings of the paper may influence the safety, cost, time and quality performance of future NPPs and facilitate cheaper and more reliable supply of electricity to consumers. Originality/value The systematic literature review presents issues and emerging trends in modularity of NPPs, enabling the future work to progress as modularity continues to develop and evolve. The paper also proposes a comprehensive classification and definitions of modules and modularity in NPPs that may facilitate understanding of these terms precisely and uniformly by researchers and practitioners alike.

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Section: Emerging Trends In New Nuclear Power Plant Designsmentioning

confidence: 99%