NEUP CINR-25-34733: Investigation of the Combined Transient and Surface Effects on ATF Critical Heat Flux

We will conduct steady-state and power-transient Fuchs-RIA flow experiments using FeCrAl and Zircaloy claddings to help gain a mechanistic understanding of power-transient thermal-hydraulics, thermomechanical, and oxidation behaviors. The experimental results will be compared with the component-level simulations to quantify and elaborate potential impacts on reactor core operational margins and safety during the RIA occurrence.

Additional Info

Field	Value
Awarded Institution	University of Wisconsin-Madison
PI	Juliana Pacheco Duarte