Physics:Special Power Excursion Reactor Test Program
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The Special Power Excursion Reactor Test Program (SPERT) was a series of tests focusing on the safety of nuclear reactors.[1] It was commissioned in 1954 by the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, to be run by the Phillips Petroleum Company.[2]
Reactors
SPERT-I
The SPERT-I reactor became operational in July 1955, with the first tests being performed in September.[1][3]
SPERT-II
The SPERT-II reactor became operational in March 1960.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Nuclear Safety — A review of Recent Developments. Volume 2, Number 3. pgs. 15-16.
- ↑ J. Dugone (November 1965). "SPERT III Reactor Facility: E-Core Revision".
- ↑ W. E. Nyer, S. G. Forbes. SPERT I Reactor Safety Studies.
External links
- SPERT - Destructive Test on YouTube by SPERT researcher
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