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IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO SAFETY DEVICES FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4759519
BS>A shutdown device for gas-cooled reactors is designed which is operated automatically in response to abnormal conditions in the reactor and independertly of the electrical safety circuits of the reactor. The device comprises a latch for suspending a control rod above a reactor channel, and a mechanism for releasing the latch. The mechanism is responsive to the rate of fall of gas pressure. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-17-002551
OSTI ID:
4759519
Report Number(s):
GB 908059
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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