Published August 1980 | Version v1
Journal article

The calibration of fast reactor irradiated silicon carbide temperature monitors using a length measurement technique

  • 1. UKAEA Springfields Nuclear Power Development Labs.

Description

Silicon carbide temperature monitors have been calibrated against thermocouples in the Dounreay Fast Reactor. Statistical confidence levels have been determined for future temperature estimates based on as-irradiated length change and on the post-irradiation annealing intersection temperature. Possible dose limitations are discussed. (orig.)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
J. Nucl. Mater.
Journal Volume
92
Journal Issue
1
Series
J. Nucl. Mater.
Journal Page Range
43-50
ISSN
0022-3115