Quantitative analysis of piping configuration effects on the hydraulic performance of the CAP1400 reactor coolant pump's core components via source term and modal decomposition methods

Key Points

• The analysis shows significant effects of piping configuration on hydraulic performance.
• Key evidence includes performance variations observed across different configurations during testing.
• Assessment using quantitative analysis and modal decomposition methods reveals intricate component interactions.
• This highlights the need for careful design considerations in hydraulic systems, particularly for reactor coolant applications.