Multiphase Flow Modeling
An emergency core cooling system (ECCS) is a safety mechanism in nuclear reactors designed to prevent the overheating of the reactor core during a loss-of-coolant accident. It works by injecting coolant into the reactor core to maintain safe temperatures and pressure levels, thus preventing core damage and potential release of radioactive materials. ECCS is crucial in boiling water reactors as it ensures the reactor can be safely shut down and cooled even in emergency situations.
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