Induced nuclear reactions: processes – systems – and elements – Seal arrangements
Patent
1989-06-09
1992-04-07
Stoll, Robert L.
Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements
Seal arrangements
376264, 376288, 376294, G21C 1300
Patent
active
051026120
ABSTRACT:
A permanent pool seal and neutron shield 30 for providing an effective water barrier over the annular space 28 between a nuclear reactor vessel flange 24 and a surrounding annular ledge 22 includes annular deck sections 32 supported on spaced ribs 46.
Flexible membranes 50,52 on the deck section peripheries accommodate relative movement. Openings 42, each with a removable plug structure which includes cover 44 and tapered can 60, provide vessel cavity 14 with ventilation and maintenance access. All cans 60 and similar containers 56 and 59 under the deck structure and flange 24 contain a shielding material 58 in the form of a boron-containing concrete. Supported below the cans is refractory insulating material 54.
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Ayres David J.
Brookins Robert H.
McDonald Michael S.
Roebelen George J.
Schukei Glen E.
Bhat N.
Combustion Engineering Inc.
Mulholland John H.
Stoll Robert L.
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