Table II.
Reading edition
Typical APRFR Performance Levels
PULSE MODE
Routine Yield 1.5 × 10¹⁷ fissions/pulse
Reactivity Insertion $1.10
Pulse Half-Width 48 μsec
Initial Prompt Period 18 μsec
Maximum Fuel Temperature Rise 400°C
Temperature Coefficient -0.3 cents/°C
Maximum Available Yield ~2.1 × 10¹⁷ fissions/pulse
STEADY STATE MODE
Continuous Operation ~1 kw
Intermittent Operation ~10 kw
Steady state power levels are limited by effectiveness of core cooling system and core activation.
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