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Method of inserting nuclear fuel rods in grid assembly

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4386655
A method of inserting metal alloy clad nuclear fuel rods in a fuel rod spacer grid assembly without scratching the clad material is described. A hoarfrost-line coating on the rods is applied before inserting them in the assembly. (Official Gazette)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-29-012159
Assignee:
to Atlantic Richfield Co.
Patent Number(s):
US 3757403
OSTI ID:
4386655
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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