An Analysis of GTRFW Initiation Using Finite Element Method

William Richard Campbell; Jerry Chen

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An Analysis of GTRFW Initiation Using Finite Element Method

William Richard Campbell, Jerry Chen

Published in Nuclear Science (Volume 2, Issue 3)

Received: 18 June 2017 Accepted: 3 July 2017 Published: 1 August 2017

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Abstract

Understanding the Grid to rod fretting wear (GTRFW) initiation is critical for reducing the risk of fuel leak. In this paper, a simplified 3D FEA model is set up to analyze its mechanics. The initiation of GTRFW under a series of interferences was modeled and analyzed. It is found that slip and wear usually initiate from the edge of the grid to rod contact contour and eventually propagates to the entire contour. Due to the stress concentration, the contact at sharp corners should be avoided.

Published in	Nuclear Science (Volume 2, Issue 3)
DOI	10.11648/j.ns.20170203.12
Page(s)	82-86
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GTRFW, Wear, Slip, PWR

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Engineering Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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Engineering Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand

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  abstract = {Understanding the Grid to rod fretting wear (GTRFW) initiation is critical for reducing the risk of fuel leak. In this paper, a simplified 3D FEA model is set up to analyze its mechanics. The initiation of GTRFW under a series of interferences was modeled and analyzed. It is found that slip and wear usually initiate from the edge of the grid to rod contact contour and eventually propagates to the entire contour. Due to the stress concentration, the contact at sharp corners should be avoided.},
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