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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO MODERATOR CORE STRUCTURES FOR NUCLEAR REACTORS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4838259

A moderator core structure comprising an assembly of prismatic graphite blocks is designed for stabilization of the lattice spacing of the fuel channels in event of Wigner changes. The stabilization is obtained by means of tile members combined with corner keys and side face keys between the blocks. (D.L.C.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-16-021769
OSTI ID:
4838259
Report Number(s):
GB 898434
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English