In order to predict the dynamic response of a nuclear fuel rod and its supports (spring and dimples) a non-linear model has been developed. The non-linearities arising from the supports are defined as a function of the rod motion and incorporated in the differential equation as generalized pseudoforces. This approach allows the use of modal analysis and preserves the physical understanding of rod frequencies and modes. The modal equations were written with the help of the Laplace transformation and integrated using an Ordinary Differential Equation (ODE) solver. The model determines the rod natural frequencies and motion, the support impact forces and the normal work rate. The paper describes the model predictions for a single span rod and compares them to experimental data.
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ASME 2003 Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference
July 20–24, 2003
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Pressure Vessels and Piping Division
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0-7918-4156-1
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Study of Fuel Rod and Grid Supports Interaction
Pablo R. Rubiolo
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Pablo R. Rubiolo
Westinghouse Electric Company, Pittsburgh, PA
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Dmitry V. Paramonov
Dmitry V. Paramonov
Westinghouse Science and Technology, Pittsburgh, PA
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Pablo R. Rubiolo
Westinghouse Electric Company, Pittsburgh, PA
Dmitry V. Paramonov
Westinghouse Science and Technology, Pittsburgh, PA
Paper No:
PVP2003-2083, pp. 139-145; 7 pages
Published Online:
August 13, 2008
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Rubiolo, PR, & Paramonov, DV. "Study of Fuel Rod and Grid Supports Interaction." Proceedings of the ASME 2003 Pressure Vessels and Piping Conference. Flow-Induced Vibration. Cleveland, Ohio, USA. July 20–24, 2003. pp. 139-145. ASME. https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2003-2083
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