Engineering · 2016 · 219 citations · 1 references
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HPR1000 is an advanced nuclear power plant developed by China National Nuclear Corporation that incorporates an active and passive safety design philosophy. It builds on proven pressurized water reactor technology with a 177‑assembly CF3 core, active and passive safety systems, severe‑accident mitigation, enhanced external‑event protection, and improved emergency response, all validated by extensive verification experiments. The design satisfies international utility and latest nuclear safety requirements, addresses Fukushima‑related safety concerns, and offers a safe, economical, and practical solution for domestic and international nuclear power markets.
HPR1000 is an advanced nuclear power plant (NPP) with the significant feature of an active and passive safety design philosophy, developed by the China National Nuclear Corporation. On one hand, it is an evolutionary design based on proven technology of the existing pressurized water reactor NPP; on the other hand, it incorporates advanced design features including a 177-fuel-assembly core loaded with CF3 fuel assemblies, active and passive safety systems, comprehensive severe accident prevention and mitigation measures, enhanced protection against external events, and improved emergency response capability. Extensive verification experiments and tests have been performed for critical innovative improvements on passive systems, the reactor core, and the main equipment. The design of HPR1000 fulfills the international utility requirements for advanced light water reactors and the latest nuclear safety requirements, and addresses the safety issues relevant to the Fukushima accident. Along with its outstanding safety and economy, HPR1000 provides an excellent and practicable solution for both domestic and international nuclear power markets.
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