Method of increasing depletion capacity of a control rod for a n

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1996-03-18

1998-04-21

Behrend, Harvey E.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Handling of fission reactor component structure within...

376327, 376333, G21C 700, G21C 724

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057426511

ABSTRACT:
The control rod for a nuclear reactor includes a plurality of wings each having segments of neutron absorbing material exposed along the length of the rod. During refueling, the segments of neutron absorbing material are rearranged within the control rod and the control rod is reinserted into the reactor core. By rearranging the segments, optimum use of the depletion capacity of each segment is effected, maximizing the number of cycles for which the control rod may be used.

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