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PRESSURE DOOR

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4843888
A pressure door is described which is particularly suitable for use as an emergency escape lock for a reactor containment vessel. In the event of a nuclear accident or incident within the reactor, personnel can get out of the reactor in a short time, e.g., 15 to 20 sec, and the door is capable of resisting overpressures of 30 to 40 psi. (D.L.C.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-15-027089
OSTI ID:
4843888
Report Number(s):
GB 871851
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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