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Are there any reactors which employ heat pipes for heat removal ? If so can you send me links / details of published lit.
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bksree said:Are there any reactors which employ heat pipes for heat removal ? If so can you send me links / details of published lit.
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Try this list - http://isnps.unm.edu/resources/heatpipe.htmlbksree said:Are there any reactors which employ heat pipes for heat removal ? If so can you send me links / details of published lit.
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Astronuc said:Try this list - http://isnps.unm.edu/resources/heatpipe.html
An example from the SP-100 reactor.
Heat pipes would generally not be used in the core, but interface with the primary via a heat exhanger.
http://www.lanl.gov/THROHPUT/2003_02_05/node2.html
One can search on 'SP-100 heat pipe' or '-- pipes'
Hologram0110 said:I'm also not sure what the op is talking about.
The only time I've encountered a "heat-pipe" is when looking at CPU cooling units for my computer. That is what they call the thick copper on the heat sink used to transport heat by conduction to the cooling fins.
I've never heard of any such design for a nuclear reactor. Most metals would melt at too low of a temperature and/or capture too many neutrons.
A heat pipe is a highly efficient heat transfer device that is used to transfer heat from one location to another. In nuclear reactors, heat pipes are typically used to remove excess heat from the reactor core and transfer it to the secondary cooling system. They work by using a combination of evaporation and condensation to transfer heat from one end of the pipe to the other.
There are several advantages to using heat pipes in nuclear reactors. They are highly efficient, have no moving parts, and can operate in both horizontal and vertical orientations. They can also handle high heat fluxes and have a very small footprint, making them ideal for use in compact nuclear reactor designs.
While heat pipes have many advantages, there are also some limitations to their use in nuclear reactors. They are sensitive to temperature gradients and can experience performance degradation if the temperature difference between the hot and cold ends of the pipe is too large. They also require a small amount of maintenance to ensure proper functioning.
The design and manufacturing of heat pipes for nuclear reactors requires careful consideration of the operating conditions and materials used. The heat pipe must be able to withstand high temperatures and radiation levels, as well as have good thermal conductivity. The materials used must also be compatible with the nuclear fuel and coolant being used in the reactor.
There is ongoing research and development in the use of heat pipes in nuclear reactors, with a focus on improving their performance and reliability. Some areas of research include using new materials and coatings, optimizing the design for specific reactor types, and developing advanced monitoring and control systems. There is also research being done on using heat pipes in advanced nuclear reactor designs, such as small modular reactors and molten salt reactors.