Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Process or composition for determination of physical state... – Corrosion resistance or power
Patent
1990-10-29
1993-11-09
Warden, Robert J.
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Process or composition for determination of physical state...
Corrosion resistance or power
422 53, 738656, 376250, 376251, G01N 3100, G01N 1700, G21C 1700
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ABSTRACT:
An improved short-term autoclave (10) test for ex-reactor evaluation of in-reactor corrosion resistance of zirconium alloy members (16) for use in pressurized water reactors and pressurized heavy water reactors by:
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Combustion Engineering Inc.
Kim Christopher Y.
Mulholland John H.
Warden Robert J.
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