Question: = = 2. The extrapolated dimensions of a certain pressurized water reactor are = 100 in and = 144 in. The reactor operates at the

 = = 2. The extrapolated dimensions of a certain pressurized water

= = 2. The extrapolated dimensions of a certain pressurized water reactor are = 100 in and = 144 in. The reactor operates at the thermal power of 3,000 MW. It contains 193 fuel assemblies, each consisting of 264 UO2 fuel rods 0.4 in diameter. Assuming that the assemblies are uniformly distributed throughout the reactor, calculate the total energy production rate in (Btu/hr-rod) and the maximum energy production rate per fts of fuel rod volume (MW/ft3) in rods located: (a) at the axis (centerline) of the reactor (b) 60 inches from the axis (centerline) Requesting energy in two different units is intentional. And be sure to do the reading assignment. (15 points)

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