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IMPROVEMENTS IN NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4168482
A graphite-moderated, gas-cooled reactor design is given for operation under tilting or inverting movements such as may be encountered on ships. Core restraint is provided by lateral supports between the core body and the pressure vessel in the form of sectionalized walls surrounding the core. The walls are held together by links which compensate for differential thermal expansion and contraction of the core, keeping it continually supported without stress or gap development. Tubular members provide additional support. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-14-022629
OSTI ID:
4168482
Report Number(s):
GB 837785
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English