Modeling of Pellet Cladding Interaction

Jerome Sercombe, Bruno Michel, Chantal Riglet-Martial, Olivier Fandeur

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Abstract

In this article, a review of Pellet Cladding Interaction models is proposed. The key elements behind the modeling stress-strain and iodine concentration at the clad inner wall during a power transient are described. The presentation covers most of the past and present approaches to PCI modeling, ranging from analytical solutions to advanced multi-dimensional finite element simulations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationComprehensive Nuclear Materials
Subtitle of host publicationSecond Edition
PublisherElsevier
Pages417-465
Number of pages49
ISBN (Electronic)9780081028650
ISBN (Print)9780081028667
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 22 Jul 2020
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Finite Elements (FE) simulation
  • Iodine Stress Corrosion Cracking (I-SCC)
  • Irradiated fuel thermochemistry
  • Modeling
  • Nominal irradiation
  • Pellet Cladding Interaction (PCI)
  • Power ramps

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