Induced nuclear reactions: processes – systems – and elements – Handling of fission reactor component structure within... – Storage container systems for new and/or irradiated core...
Patent
1982-12-22
1986-12-02
Kyle, Deborah L.
Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements
Handling of fission reactor component structure within...
Storage container systems for new and/or irradiated core...
G21C 1900
Patent
active
046264035
ABSTRACT:
The shroud is designed to prevent components of a damaged nuclear fuel element from dropping into a pool. The shroud consists of a body 1 surrounding the nuclear element over the major part of its height, and a base 2 equipped with a device to attach it to the feed 13 of the fuel element. The attaching device is actuated by the rotation of a control shaft 17 capable of being inserted in the center of a hub 9 equipped with two arms 10, which carry at their ends gripper fingers 11, maintained in their position of engagement in the feet 13 by springs 20.
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Ateliers de Constructions Electriques de Charleroi (ACEC)
Kyle Deborah L.
Wasil Dan
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