RB2 Pre-test Calculation using PAPAS-2S based on a Preliminary Post-test Calculation of the RB1 Test

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PNC TN9410 98-058, 12 Pages, 1998/06

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Based on the RB1 test result in the CABRI-RAFT Program, it was agreed between the partners to perform the RB2 test which aims at observation of molten fuel ejection into the coolant channel at further fuel melting and at confirmation of coolability of ejected fuel. In this study, a preliminary post-test calculation for the RB1 test is performed first to reflect the fuel thermal condition expected for the pins with the special artificial defect preparation. Pre-test calculations for the RB2 test are then performed based on the results of this RB1 calculation. Power and coolant flow histories as well as the axial location of defect were selected as parameters in this study and a set of test condition is proposed which is believed to be most suitable to fulfill the test objectives.