Nuclear reactor fuel element splitter
Patent
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OSTI ID:7117278
A method and apparatus are disclosed for removing nuclear fuel from a clad fuel element. The fuel element is power driven past laser beams which simultaneously cut the cladding lengthwise into at least two longitudinal pieces. The axially cut lengths of cladding are then separated, causing the nuclear fuel contained therein to drop into a receptacle for later disposition. The cut lengths of cladding comprise nuclear waste which is disposed of in a suitable manner. 6 claims, 10 drawing figures.
- Assignee:
- Westinghouse Electric Corp.
- Patent Number(s):
- US 4000391
- OSTI ID:
- 7117278
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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