Published August 1987 | Version v1
Journal article

Development of stabilizers for steam generator tube repair

Creators

  • 1. Babcock and Wilcox Co., Lynchburg, VA (USA). Nuclear Power Div.

Description

Fluidelastic stability, turbulence-induced and vortex-induced vibration analysis of different types of stabilizers for repairing steam generator tubes are presented. The performances of the different designs are compared with that of a common basis - the virgin tube. It was found that in addition to permitting the stabilized tubes to remain in operation, the sleeve has the additional merit of being the best performer of all the designs. In addition, it is adaptable to remote installation. (orig.)

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Nucl. Eng. Des.
Journal Volume
103
Journal Issue
2
Series
Nucl. Eng. Des.
Journal Page Range
189-197
ISSN
0029-5493
CODEN
NEDEA

INIS

Country of Publication
Netherlands
Country of Input or Organization
Netherlands
INIS RN
18095419
Subject category
S22: GENERAL STUDIES OF NUCLEAR REACTORS;
Descriptors DEI
DAMPING; FLOW STRESS; MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS; REACTOR COMPONENTS; REPAIR; STEAM GENERATORS; TUBES
Descriptors DEC
BOILERS; STRESSES; VAPOR GENERATORS