Reactor Core Design

Reactor core design refers to the engineering of the central part of a nuclear reactor where controlled fission reactions take place. The core contains fuel assemblies, usually made from uranium or plutonium, which undergo fission to release heat. This heat is transferred to a coolant that circulates through the system and is ultimately used to produce steam that drives turbines for electricity generation. A well-designed reactor core must achieve three main objectives: efficiency, safety, and ...