Marc Dierckx
Papers
2
Total Citations
9
H-Index
2
About
Marc Dierckx is a nuclear engineering researcher whose work focuses on advanced instrumentation for next-generation reactor systems, particularly liquid metal cooled fast reactors. His primary research areas include ultrasonic sensing technologies, fuel assembly identification, and system resilience for accelerator-driven systems (ADS) and lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE) cooled reactors. Dierckx’s major contribution is the development of an innovative ultrasonic fuel identification system for the MYRRHA reactor—a multi-purpose flexible irradiation facility designed to replace the aging BR2 reactor. This system is uniquely resilient against multiple transducer failures, ensuring reliable operation in the harsh environment of a fast spectrum research reactor. His work addresses critical challenges in nuclear safeguards and reactor monitoring, with his most cited paper (2014) accumulating 7 citations, demonstrating its relevance to the nuclear engineering community. Dierckx’s research supports the advancement of safer, more robust instrumentation for future nuclear systems, making him a key contributor to the development of MYRRHA and similar ADS technologies.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2