MIT Reactor Design, Safety Features, & Simulator Hands-On Exercise

Curious about how MIT’s 6 MW thermal research reactor operates? This IAP activity gives you the opportunity to understand the design, safety systems, and operations of the MIT Reactor (MITR) using the MITR Simulator (MITR-Sim).

The first hour is a lecture on the MITR’s fuel element and core design, coolant systems, passive delayed heat removal, and nuclear safety features. You’ll then apply what you’ve learned during a demonstration using the MITR-Sim, followed by guided hands-on exercises

The MITR-Sim models the MITR’s core, coolant systems, reactivity control, safety-related instrumentation, and alarms. Using touchscreen displays of the reactor’s console interface and panels, you’ll gain immersive understanding of the MITR’s design and functionality as well as reactor operation and control. No background knowledge required!

Optional additional hands-on time with the MITR-Sim will be available
Limited to 20 participants, register here: https://forms.gle/EefKcS94WXotXcDj8
Contact the instructor, Dr. Lin-wen Hu, with any questions: lwhu@mit.edu

Hosted by MIT's Nuclear Reactor Lab