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Nuclear Reactors: Classification and Safety | Power Plants | Electricity

In this article we will discuss about the classification and safety of nuclear reactors. Classification of Nuclear Reactors: Nuclear reactors may be classified in several ways i.e., on basis of their applications, type of fission, fuel used, state of fuel, fuel cycle, arrangement of fissile and fertile material, arrangement of fuel and moderator, moderator material, cooling system employed, coolant used [...]

By Gayathri K|2017-12-07T10:36:15+05:30December 7, 2017|Nuclear Reactor|Comments Off

Power Reactors Commonly Used in Nuclear Power Plants

Power reactors commonly employed in nuclear power plants are briefly described as follows: 1. Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) 2. Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR ) 3. Gas Cooled Reactor 4. Heavy Water Cooled and Moderated (CANDU TYPE) Reactor 5. Liquid Metal Cooled Reactor 6. Fast Breeder Reactor. 1. Boiling Water Reactor (BWR): This is the simplest type of water reactor. It [...]

By Gayathri K|2017-12-07T10:36:14+05:30December 7, 2017|Nuclear Reactor|Comments Off