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FUEL ELEMENTS FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4831549
A core element is designed for high-temperature gascooled reactors. The core element comprises an impermeable tubular graphite container, a graphite rod located axially in the container by means of flanges, and graphite sleeves loosely stacked in each annular recess defined between adjacent pairs of flanges, the sleeves also containing small amounts of fissile and fertile material. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-023304
Assignee:
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
Patent Number(s):
US 3039947
OSTI ID:
4831549
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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