Big is beautiful: a 1700 MWe Advanced PWR for the USA

The design of the APWR is based on conventional 4-loop plant technology, which has amassed significant operating experience in Japan, scaled up to achieve the higher electrical output. But in addition to adopting these proven technologies, modifications are also introduced into the APWR to improve e...

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Published in:Modern Power Systems 2006-12, Vol.26 (12), p.33
Main Authors: Kaneda, Masahiko, Noda, Takafumi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Capacity
Design
Economies of scale
Efficiency
Generators
Nuclear reactors
Operation support systems
Power supply
Product development
Reliability
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Summary:The design of the APWR is based on conventional 4-loop plant technology, which has amassed significant operating experience in Japan, scaled up to achieve the higher electrical output. But in addition to adopting these proven technologies, modifications are also introduced into the APWR to improve economy, safety, reliability, operability, and maintainability.
ISSN:0260-7840