Automated fuel pin loading system

Metal fusion bonding – With means to handle work or product – Including means to rotate cylindrical work

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29723, 1983391, 228 47, 376261, 414748, 414146, G21C 302

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045483477

ABSTRACT:
An automated loading system for nuclear reactor fuel elements utilizes a gravity feed conveyor which permits individual fuel pins to roll along a constrained path perpendicular to their respective lengths. The individual lengths of fuel cladding are directed onto movable transports, where they are aligned coaxially with the axes of associated handling equipment at appropriate production stations. Each fuel pin can be reciprocated axially and/or rotated about its axis as required during handling steps. The fuel pins are inserted as a batch prior to welding of end caps by one of two disclosed welding systems.

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