NUCLEAR REACTOR

Patent · 24 January 1961

OSTI ID:4107492

Grebe, J J

A core structure for neutronic reactors adapted for the propulsion of aircraft and rockets is offered. The core is designed for cooling by gaseous media, and comprises a plurality of hollow tapered tubular segments of a porous moderating material impregniated with fissionable fuel nested about a common axis. Alternate ends of the segments are joined. In operation a coolant gas passes through the porous structure and is heated.

• Research Organization: Originating Research Org. not identified
• NSA Number: NSA-15-008380
• Assignee: U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
• Patent Number(s): US 2969313
• OSTI ID: 4107492
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

AIRCRAFT
FUELS
GAS COOLANT
MODERATORS
POROSITY
PROPULSION
REACTOR CORE
REACTOR TECHNOLOGY
REACTORS
ROCKETS
ZONES