Thermal hydraulics in power technology

Lectures: 2 sessions / week, 1.5 hours / session

To understand and model the thermal-hydraulic behavior of key components in nuclear and conventional power systems.

Collier, J. G., and J. R. Thome. Convective Boiling and Condensation. 3rd ed. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 1996. ISBN: 9780198562962.

Todreas, N. E. and M. S. Kazimi. Nuclear Systems. Vol. 2. New York, NY: Francis & Taylor, 1990. ISBN: 9781560320791.

Students may wish to consult other useful references listed in the readings section.

2.006, 10.302, 22.312 or permission of instructor.

Course introduction

Two-phase flow definitions

Conservation equations

Flow patterns

Flow maps

Bubbly flow

Slug flow

Annular flow

Flooding and flow reversal

Mid-term quiz (open book)

All material through Lec #11

Introduction to flow boiling

Onset of nucleate boiling

Multiple heated channels connected at plena

Final exam

Final will cover entire course with specific attention to material of Lec #12-26

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