Thermionic energy converters

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1974-09-03

1977-08-09

Behrend, Harvey E.

Electrical generator or motor structure

Dynamoelectric

Rotary

176 68, 176 91R, 176 83, 310306, G21C 302

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040409031

ABSTRACT:
A thermionic device for converting nuclear energy into electrical energy comprising a tubular anode spaced from and surrounding a cylindrical cathode, the cathode having an outer emitting surface of ruthenium, and nuclear fuel on the inner cylindrical surface. The nuclear fuel is a ceramic composition of fissionable material in a metal matrix. An axial void is provided to collect and contain fission product gases.

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