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SAFETY SYSTEM FOR CONTROL ROD

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4712976
A structure for monitoring the structural continuity of a control rod foi a neutron reactor is presented. A electric conductor readily breakable under mechanical stress is fastened along the length of the control rod at a plurality of positions and forms a closed circuit with remote electrical components responsive to an open circuit. A portion of the conductor between the control rod and said components is helically wound to allow free and normally unrestricted movement of the segment of conductor secured to the control rod relative to the remote components. Any break in the circuit is indicative of control rod breakage. (AEC)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-17-022842
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 3089838
OSTI ID:
4712976
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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