Method of handling fuel assemblies and rods when reloading a nuc

Details Method of handling fuel assemblies and rods when reloading a nuc Method of handling fuel assemblies and rods when reloading a nuc

1980-06-25

1983-02-22

Walsh, Donald P.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Handling of fission reactor component structure within...

Fuel component

376268, 376270, 376271, 294 86A, 414146, G21C 1900

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043748015

ABSTRACT:
A nuclear reactor containing assemblies having two caps and a framework inside which fuel rods are disposed vertically is reloaded by first inverting the assembly to be removed into a vertical position permitting the then lower cap to be demounted. The spent fuel rods are then identified and removed in sets and deposited in a suitable storage area, and replacement rods are placed in sets in the framework of the fuel assembly. Finally, the lower cap is replaced and the assembly is conveyed into the reactor vessel at its new location.

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