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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO FUEL ELEMENTS FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4827890

A reactor fuel element is designed with a readily demountable coupling between two components so that, after irradiation in a reactor, the demounting can be effected by remote handling equipment. The fuel element comprises fuel members supported in a tubular housing by a tie rod, an extension oi the housing movable axially, and a coupling between the extension and the tie rod. The coupling comprises a plurality of latch members within the extension and arranged to engage with the tie rod under load of the fuel members and housing. (D.L.C.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-021771
OSTI ID:
4827890
Report Number(s):
GB 898758
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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