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Episode:
110
HDR Grosswelzheim
Country:
West Germany
Years of Operation:
1969–1971
Category:
Prototype & Demonstration
Reactor Type:
BWR
Coolant:
Light Water / Steam (superheated)
Fuel Type:
Enriched Uranium
Moderator:
Light Water
Thermal Power (MWth):
100
Electrical Power (MWe):
100
Status:
Prototype & Demonstration
timeline
First Criticality Year
1969
Commercial Op Year
Shutdown Year
1971
Lessons Learned
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