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IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO NUCLEAR REACTOR FUEL ELEMENTS

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4843880

A reactor fuel element comprising a sheathed metal fuel member can be improved with respect to heat transfer properties at the sheath-fuel member interface by removing the oxide film on the surface of the fuel member prior to sheathing. For example, after beta quenching and alpha annealing, uranium rods may be machined to remove the oxide films. (D.L.C.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-15-027103
OSTI ID:
4843880
Report Number(s):
GB 875832
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English