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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO FUEL ELEMENTS FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4827867
A reactor fuel element with improved heat transfer is designed in which the number of welds required for a given quantity of fuel is considerably reduced. The fuel element comprises a coiled protective can filled with bodies of fissile material and mounted within a graphite sleeve in a reactor channel. Ceramic spacers are inserted between some of the fissile bodies to provide cool can areas for spider supports within the sleeve. Fins may be provided on the can. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-021772
OSTI ID:
4827867
Report Number(s):
GB 898849
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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