Published June 1989 | Version v1
Journal article

Creep parameters of ZrNb1 for fuel cladding analysis in loss-of-coolant accidents of WWER-type reactors

  • 1. VE Kombinat Kernkraftwerke, Greifswald (German Democratic Republic)

Description

Based on a simple elongation-burst model the ZrNb1 creep parameters obtained by several authors are verified for their appropriateness in accident analysis. The sets of creep parameters determined under simplified laboratory conditions do not reflect all the effects characteristic for accidents with sufficient accuracy. A conservative estimation of burst rate in LOCA accidents is possible when using the available data. A realistic estimation of damage extent, however, requires more detailed models and, accordingly, more comprehensive experimental data. (author)

Additional details

Additional titles

Original title (German)
Kriechparameter von ZrNb1 fuer die Huellrohranalyse bei Kuehlmittelverluststoerfaellen in WWER

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Kernenergie
Journal Volume
32
Journal Issue
6
Series
Kernenergie.
Journal Page Range
235-238
ISSN
0023-0642
CODEN
KERNA