Cavity liner, penetration liners and closures of a prestressed concrete pressure vessel for a gas-cooled power reactor

Abstract

The design criteria of the PCRV cavity liner and the penetration liners and closures are discussed, including the requirements for anchoring the liners to the concrete and the closure design requirements. Materials of construction are identified including discussion of special impact strength requirements and neutron radiation effects. Construction consideration, including inspections, tests, and quality assurance employed during construction are identified. The application of these requirements to the Fort St. Vrain reactor is discussed.