NEUP CINR-17-12481: Supercritical CO2 power cycle for space applications

This project develops an advanced supercritical Brayton power cycle directly coupled to a fission reactor. The proposed work will carry out a comprehensive optimization of the cycle operating conditions, working fluid, and configuration; develop detailed designs of each subcomponent; and demonstrate/develop critical technologies such as turbomachinery seals and bearings, reactor material corrosion and strength demonstrations, and supercritical heat transfer.

Additional Info

Field	Value
Awarded Institution	University of Wisconsin-Madison
PI	Gregory Nellis