Research Article

3D Finite Elements Modelling for Design and Performance Analysis of U O 𝟐 Pellets

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Radial deformations in a CANDU fuel pellet. (a) 3D view of the radial deformations. (b) Three horizontal sections of the radial deformation field. (c) Vertical section through the symmetry axis of the radial deformation field. (d) Radial deformation along a cylinder generatrix.
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