Characteristics and heating market applications of NHR200-II, a small, modular integrated full-power natural circulation reactor

HAO Wentao; ZHANG Yajun; YANG Xingtuan; GUO Wenli

doi:10.16511/j.cnki.qhdxxb.2021.25.025

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Journal of Tsinghua University(Science and Technology) ›› 2021, Vol. 61 ›› Issue (4) : 322-328. DOI: 10.16511/j.cnki.qhdxxb.2021.25.025

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Characteristics and heating market applications of NHR200-II, a small, modular integrated full-power natural circulation reactor

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The world desires to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Many researchers believe that one key method is greater use of nuclear energy to reduce fossil fuel consumption. NHR200-Ⅱ, a small, modular pressurized water reactor that produces 1.6 MPa saturated steam, can be used for district heating, industrial steam, seawater desalination, and remote power generation. NHR200-Ⅱ has integrated system components, full-power natural circulation, self-pressurization, passive safety systems, and an intermediate isolation loop. The design essentially eliminates the possibility of large radioactivity releases, so off-site emergency measures are probably unnecessary so NHR200-Ⅱ can be constructed near large cities and end-users, which is essential for district heating systems. At the same time, the simplified system design, convenient operation, and minimal radioactive waste make NHR200-Ⅱ very economically competitive. Experience with a test reactor and more than three decades of research has shown that this technology is mature and ready for demonstration projects.

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nuclear heating reactor / small modular reactor (SMR) / NHR200-II / integrated arrangement / full power natural circulation / passive safety

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HAO Wentao, ZHANG Yajun, YANG Xingtuan, GUO Wenli. Characteristics and heating market applications of NHR200-II, a small, modular integrated full-power natural circulation reactor[J]. Journal of Tsinghua University(Science and Technology). 2021, 61(4): 322-328 https://doi.org/10.16511/j.cnki.qhdxxb.2021.25.025

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