
doi: 10.2172/910953
This document defines the technical and functional requirements for a gas test loop (GTL) to be constructed for the purpose of providing a high intensity fast-flux irradiation environment for developers of advanced concept nuclear reactors. This capability is needed to meet fuels and materials testing requirements of the designers of Generation IV (GEN IV) reactors and other programs within the purview of the Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative (AFCI). Space nuclear power development programs may also benefit by the services the GTL will offer. The overall GTL technical objective is to provide developers with the means for investigating and qualifying fuels and materials needed for advanced reactor concepts. The testing environment includes a fast-flux neutron spectrum of sufficient intensity to perform accelerated irradiation testing. Appropriate irradiation temperature, gaseous environment, test volume, diagnostics, and access and handling features are also needed. This document serves to identify those requirements as well as generic requirements applicable to any system of this kind.
Neutrons, Testing Afci, Gas Test Loop, Afci, 11 - Nuclear Fuel Cycle And Fuel Materials, Gen Iv, Reactors, Test Loop, Nuclear Power, Fast Reactor, Materials Testing, Fuel Cycle, Irradiation, 22 - General Studies Of Nuclear Reactors, Functionals
Neutrons, Testing Afci, Gas Test Loop, Afci, 11 - Nuclear Fuel Cycle And Fuel Materials, Gen Iv, Reactors, Test Loop, Nuclear Power, Fast Reactor, Materials Testing, Fuel Cycle, Irradiation, 22 - General Studies Of Nuclear Reactors, Functionals
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