Browsing by Author "Mepham, RG"

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    Studies of uranium-sodium suspensions part 1 construction and operation of experimental loop
    (Australian Atomic Energy Commission, 1961-08) Bett, FL; Hilditch, RJ; Mepham, RG; Kluss, TN
    An experimental uranium-sodium suspension loop has been operated for 4,320 hours at the A.A.E.C. Research Establishment. This report describes the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of the loop to the point where a complete stable suspension was obtained.
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    Studies of uranium-sodium suspensions part 2 hydrodynamic, metallurgical and mechanical effects: general conclusions
    (Australian Atomic Energy Commission, 1961-08) Bett, FL; Hilditch, RJ; Mepham, RG; Gillespie, PA
    Hydrodynamic behaviour of a 0.76 atomic per cent, uranium in sodium suspension has been explored for velocities up to 8.3 ft/sec, and temperatures up to 625°C. The influence of velocity and temperature on suspension behaviour is described. Mechanical and metallurgical effects associated with circulation of the suspension in an austenitic stainless steel loop in contact with beryllium are listed. The behaviour of the suspension is explained in terms of hindered settling theory. A reactor loop metal illustration possible use of the uranium-sodium suspension as a reactor fuel/coolant is presented and recommendations for further work are given.