Gravity driven suction pump system, methods, and apparatus

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1998-12-18

2000-08-01

Jordan, Charles T.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Reactor protection or damage prevention

Pressure suppression and relief

376282, G21C 9012

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060977787

ABSTRACT:
A gravity driven suction pump for a nuclear reactor condenser is described. The gravity driven suction pump is utilizes the potential energy of the condenser condensate to move condensible and noncondensible gases through the condenser. The gravity driven suction pump includes a drain line having a venturi section and a suction line extending from the condenser into the venturi section. The venturi section alters the flow velocity of condensate in the throat of the drain line and creates a pressure differential through the suction line to drain the noncondensible gases from the condenser.

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