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FUEL ELEMENTS FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4759482
A reactor fuel element is designed with an annular construction for improved heat transfer. The element comprises two concentric annular sheaths between which are located abutting annular fuel bodies held in position by deformation of one or both sheaths. The bodies may be of varying thickness, neighboring bodies being of unequal and alternate bodies of equal thickness. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-17-002565
OSTI ID:
4759482
Report Number(s):
CA 646735
Country of Publication:
Canada
Language:
English