Thermionic fuel element

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1991-08-06

1993-04-06

Walsh, Donald P.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Combined

With direct conversion means

376289, 376320, G21D 700

Patent

active

052001415

ABSTRACT:
An improvement is set forth in a thermionic fuel element which includes a collector base supporting a collector adjacent and closely spaced from an emitter which is supported by an emitter base, the emitter base being adapted to be heated by a heat source. In accordance with the invention a thermal shield structure is located between a portion of the emitter and the collector. The shield structure insulates that portion of the collector opposite the shield structure from receiving at least a portion of the radiation developed by the heat source.

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patent: 4040903 (1977-08-01), Monroe, Jr.
A Nuclear Thermionic Space Power Concept Using Rod Control and Heat Pipes. by John L. Anderson et al.
Nuclear Applications vol. 6 Dec. 1968. pp. (424-436).

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