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5 | 5 | *Model link: [MSRE Xe Poisoning Model](https://github.com/hapfang/virtual_test_bed/tree/xe/msr/msre/xe_poisoning)* |
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7 | | -!tag name=Molten Salt Reactor Experiment SAM Model |
| 7 | +!tag name=Molten Salt Reactor Experiment MultiPhysics Primary loop Model |
8 | 8 | description=Steady state and reactivity insertion accident models of the MSRE primary loop |
9 | 9 | image=https://github.com/hapfang/virtual_test_bed/blob/xe/doc/content/media/msr/msre/xe_poisoning/ss_results.png |
10 | 10 | pairs=reactor_type:MSR |
11 | 11 | reactor:MSRE |
12 | 12 | geometry:primary_loop |
13 | 13 | codes_used:BlueCrab;Griffin;Pronghorn |
14 | | - transient:steady_state;RIA |
15 | | - V_and_V:validation |
| 14 | + transient:steady_state;Xenon |
| 15 | + V_and_V:demonstration |
16 | 16 | input_features:checkpoint_restart |
17 | 17 | computing_needs:Workstation |
18 | 18 | fiscal_year:2024 |
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83 | 83 | #### Neutronics (Griffin) |
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85 | | -The neutron flux is computed with a 16-group diffusion approximation: |
| 85 | +The neutron flux is computed with a 16-group diffusion approximation using cross sections from the [base MSRE coupled model](https://virtualtestbed.inl.gov/msr/msre/multiphysics_rz_model/msre_multiphysics_core_model.html). |
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87 | 87 | \begin{equation} |
88 | 88 | -\nabla \cdot D_g \nabla \phi_g + \Sigma_{r,g} \phi_g - \sum_{g' \neq g} \Sigma_{s,g' \to g} \phi_{g'} = \frac{\chi_g}{k_{eff}} \sum_{g'} \nu \Sigma_{f,g'} \phi_{g'} |
89 | 89 | \end{equation} |
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91 | 91 | #### Reactivity Feedback and Xenon Poisoning |
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93 | | -Coupling between physics is achieved through cross-section updates. The macroscopic absorption cross section in Griffin is updated with local xenon concentration from Pronghorn: |
| 93 | +Coupling between physics is achieved through cross-section updates that account for temperature feedback and delayed neutron precursor (DNP) advection, in addition to xenon poisoning. The macroscopic absorption cross section in Griffin is updated with local xenon concentration from Pronghorn: |
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95 | 95 | \begin{equation} |
96 | 96 | \Sigma_{a,g}(\vec{r}) = \Sigma_{a,g}^{base}(\vec{r}, T) + \sigma_{a,g}^{Xe135} C_{Xe135}(\vec{r}) |
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318 | 318 | A reference case without Xe poisoning was also evaluated. Comparison of $k_{eff}$ between poisoned and unpoisoned coupled cases indicates an estimated reactivity penalty of approximately -410 pcm, which is in good agreement with trends from the SAM-Griffin coupled study. |
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| 320 | +This -410 pcm penalty is significantly lower than the values typically encountered in commercial light water reactors (often exceeding -2000 pcm). The reduced xenon poisoning in the MSRE is mainly due to two factors: the online gas stripping system in the pump bowl, which actively removes $^{135}Xe$ from the salt, and the relatively lower power density of the MSRE compared to a typical PWR, which leads to a lower steady-state xenon concentration. |
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320 | 322 | ### Current Status and Future Work |
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322 | 324 | These results demonstrate that the 2-D Pronghorn-Griffin MSRE model can capture first-order Xe-poisoning behavior in a fully coupled loop simulation. Ongoing development will expand the model to transient operation and include additional physics for Xe interactions with graphite and circulating bubbles. |
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