Induced nuclear reactions: processes – systems – and elements – Handling of fission reactor component structure within... – Refueling machines
Patent
1986-03-27
1987-10-13
Kyle, Deborah L.
Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements
Handling of fission reactor component structure within...
Refueling machines
376259, 376463, 364578, 434218, G21C 1900
Patent
active
046997539
ABSTRACT:
The responses of a nuclear reactor refueling machine to commands from a detachable control console are simulated to allow operation of the console for testing and operator training with the console removed from the machine. A simulator, which is connected to the console by the same input and output leads which normally connect the console to the refueling machine, includes a single pulse generator driven by a single three phase A-C motor to simulate movement of the refueling machine bridge, trolley and hoist. The motor drive signals generated on separate console output leads are all connected to the single simulator motor, while the brake release signals energize relays which switch the pulse signals generated by the single pulse generator to the console input leads corresponding to the selected refueling machine component drive motor. The portable simulator also contains relays which simulate engagement and disengagement of fuel assembly and control rod cluster grippers and a device for coupling portions of the refueling machine mast to the hoist. In addition, a number of circuits are provided for testing various control console functions.
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Rohosky Thomas L.
Swidwa Kenneth J.
Abeles Daniel C.
Kyle Deborah L.
Wasil Daniel
Westinghouse Electric Corp.
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