Journal Article - Nuclear Power

Characteristics and Advantages of the Advanced Small Pressurized Water Reactor

| 2011

(In Chinese)

Abstract

Many developed countries with strong nuclear energy technology have realized the importance of the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and initiated heavy R&D programs in SMR. The Advanced Small Pressurized Water Reactor (ASPWR) can be used in remote power grids and replaces mid/small size fossil-fuel plants economically. Current ASPWR deeply adopts modular and integrated pressure vessel design—and a passive safety system—which effectively improves plant safety and economy. This paper performs the comparative study of safety and economy features in ASPWR and large PWRs. The authors suggest that China should start R&D programs in ASPWR.

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For Academic Citation: Chen, Peipei and Yun Zhou. “Characteristics and Advantages of the Advanced Small Pressurized Water Reactor.” Nuclear Power, vol. 5. (2011):
37-43
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Peipei Chen

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