Accident source term and radiological consequences of a small modular reactor

Chen, Haiying; Liu, Fu-Dong; Wang, Yichuan; Chen, Xu; Liu, Qiao-Feng

doi:10.1007/s41365-023-01192-5

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“…It has 660 MWt and 220 MWe and two steam generators. designed to replace coal-fired power plants and supply process heat and district heating, with an expected lifetime of 60 years [49,62]. The ACP100, or Linglong One, has passive safety features, in particular decay heat removal [63], and will be installed underground.…”

Section: Asian Pwr-smr Designmentioning

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Bibliometric Review and Technical Summary of PWR Small Modular Reactors

2023

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Given the real problem of climate change and the consequent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, nuclear energy can be considered a real technological option in the absence of a technology that can supply the population with sufficient electrical energy in a sustainable way. The research and development advances of new nuclear reactor designs are evident in the case of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology. Two goals are clear in such a technology: (i) reducing onsite construction costs and time; (ii) promoting economic efficiency through the mass production of nuclear reactors. In view of the interest generated by this technology, a technical summary of PWR-SMR design is included in this paper, utilizing the scientific method based on: (i) a bibliometric review of scientific publications related to SMRs; and (ii) a technical analysis of aspects of the different PWR-SMR designs. The results obtained in the present research show a growing interest on the part of the scientific community in research on PWR reactors integrated within SMR designs. Few countries are doing research in this area; however, those that are doing so have achieved greater technological advances in their designs, resulting in greater technological variety and a higher degree of maturity.

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Bibliometric Review and Technical Summary of PWR Small Modular Reactors

2023

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Review of Small Modular Reactors: Challenges in Safety and Economy to Success

Lee

2024

Korean J. Chem. Eng.

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This paper explores the paradigm shift in nuclear energy generation from large, centralized nuclear power plants towards small modular reactors (SMRs), in response to the evolving economic, safety, and environmental challenges faced by the nuclear industry. For over 70 years, nuclear power has been a cornerstone of electricity generation, offering a low-carbon, reliable, and cost-effective solution. However, the traditional model of large-scale nuclear reactors has encountered significant barriers, including high financial risks, stringent safety concerns, and a lack of adaptability to smaller electrical grids, and changing energy markets. With over 70 types of SMRs currently under development globally, this study reviews several prominent models to assess their general characteristics and potential advantages. Through simple physical and economic models, the paper evaluates the impact of reducing reactor size on efficiency, safety, and cost, highlighting the shared traits and innovations across different SMR designs. The findings indicate that SMRs could address many of the limitations of conventional nuclear power, offering more flexible, scalable, and economically viable options for electricity generation. This paper finally tries to identify key technologies and strategic considerations essential for their successful deployment in a rapidly transforming global energy landscape.

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