Apparatus and method for detecting defective fuel rods

Details Apparatus and method for detecting defective fuel rods Apparatus and method for detecting defective fuel rods

1977-02-02

1980-03-18

Brown, David H.

G21C 1700

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041938437

ABSTRACT:
Defects in the fuel rods of nuclear fuel assemblies are ascertained and located by ultrasonic means. The fuel assemblies are subjected to ultrasonic waves. Differences in fuel rod resonance is indicative of defective rods.

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