Combining Research Flexibility with Campus-wide Heat and Power
| 1.0 |
Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) |
| 1.1 Instrumental NAA (INAA) |
| 1.2 Prompt Gamma NAA (PGNAA) |
| 2.0 |
Radioisotope Production |
| 3.0 |
Neutron Imaging |
| 4.0 |
Testing |
| 4.1 Instrument Testing and Calibration |
| 4.2 Neutron Irradiation |
| 5.0 |
High Temperature Research |
| 5.1 Thermal Testing, Thermal Cycling, Thermal Aging |
| 6.0 |
Energy Applications and Demonstrations |
| 6.1 Desalination Plants, Hydrogen Production, Vertical Farming |
| 7.0 |
Education and Training |
| 7.1 Supporting Physics, Biology, Nuclear Engineering, Radiation Protection and Radiological Engineering programs |
| 7.2 Public Tours and Visits |
| 7.3 NPP Operator Training |
The Westinghouse Solution
The eVinci™ Microreactor provides a cost competitive, flexible and resilient source of power and heat while enabling active nuclear research opportunities. The eVinci small size allows for flexible transportability and rapid on-site deployment.Westinghouse combines new technology with over 60 years of nuclear design and engineering experience to support research applications.
Key features:
- 5MWe and 6MWth at 150C
- 8+ year fuel life
- Seamless pairing with existing grid
- Above ground installation with no water required for operation
- Compact, factory-built design allows for rapid and flexible installation
eVinci Research Applications
eVinci Microreactor Advanced Nuclear Technology Design
Offering Heat and Power Flexibility for your Research & Facility Operating Needs
eVinci™ Neutron Flux Profile
The flux profile across the life of the eVinci reactor provides consistency and research flexibility
eVinci™ Flux profile across reactors life: BOL - beginning of life, MOL - middle of life, EOL - end of life
- In-Core Flux is on the order of 1x1013 n/cm2
- Ex-Core Flux is on the order of 1x1010 to 1x1012 n/cm2 depending on location
- Current concept can accommodate 12 irradiation sites, each ~5 cm in diameter
- Additional larger positions up to 12–15 cm in diameter can likely be accommodated with further core design changes
Plant Layout Concept
- Large Irradiation needs: Horizontal transportation safety rods will be removed and repurposed as beam ports or beam line sites
- Small Irradiation needs: Perpendicular vertical irradiation (Rabbit Tubes) tubes thread between shutdown rods on the reactor face can address different irradiation needs
- Shutdown rods remain in place for operational safety, along with supplemental custom shielding
- Due to shielding and safety design, room can be accessed for maintenance or upgrades to the facility
- Reactor can remain fully operational producing power and heat while enabling research reactor services
