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CONTROL FOR NEUTRONIC REACTOR

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4248815
S>A control rod operating device in a nuclear reactor of the type in which the control rod is gradually withdrawn from the reactor to a position desired during stable operation is described. The apparatus is comprised essentially of a stop member movable in the direction of withdrawal of the control rod, a follower on the control rod engageable with the stop and means urging the follower against the stop in the direction of withdrawal. A means responsive to disengagement of the follower from the stop is provided for actuating the control rod to return to the reactor shut-down position.
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-13-015750
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 2880155
OSTI ID:
4248815
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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