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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO SUPPORT DEVICES FOR USE IN NUCLEAR REACTORS

Journal Article · · Nuclear Power
OSTI ID:4310014
Another Calder patent, this deals with the method of supporting the stack of fuel elements to allow for differential expansion between the base support members and the moderator. It also provides a shear pin and broach device at the bottom of the column so that the accidental dropping of a fuel elenment on to the column does not cause permanent damage. The assembly also includes an annular plate, known as the gag, by means of which the amount of coolant entering the particular channel can be regulated.
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-12-006382
OSTI ID:
4310014
Journal Information:
Nuclear Power, Journal Name: Nuclear Power Vol. 3; ISSN 0546-8981; ISSN NUPOAS
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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