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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO FLUID OPERATED PICK-UP MECHANISMS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4814176
BS>A pick-up mechanism of the type described in British Patent 808,736 for the manipulation of irradiated fuel elements submerged in a deep pond is improved. The improvements consist of supporting the outer tube of the telescopic pair of tubes pivotally in a movable carrier instead of by a float, and providing a longitudinal keying to prevent relative rotary movement between the tubes while permitting axial movement. (D.L. C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-005449
OSTI ID:
4814176
Report Number(s):
GB 885707
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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