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Title:
A Program for Investigation of Metallic Hydrides as Moderators, Reflectors, and Shields for Aircraft Reactors
Author(s):
Gilbert Jr., Paul T. [North American Aviation, Inc., Canoga Park, CA (United States)]
Document Type:
REPORT
Publication Date:
1955 May 16
Declassification Date:
1997 Apr 08
Declassification Status:
Declassified
Document Pages:
20 p.
Accession Number:
None
Document Number(s):
NAA-SR-MEMO-1281(Rev.)
Originating Research Org.:
North American Aviation, Inc., Canoga Park, CA (United States)
OpenNet Entry Date:
2016 Apr 22
OpenNet Modified Date:
2023 Dec 20
Description/Abstract:
The applications of metallic hydrides, especially zirconium hydride, in nuclear technology are reviewed, with particular emphasis upon their use in advanced aircraft reactor designs. Pertinent research currently in progress at other sites is summarized. A two-year program of research is proposed for the purpose of developing and evaluating metallic hydrides having improved properties for use as high-temperature moderators, reflectors and shields, and for supplying fundamental information on the hydrides to be employed in aircraft reactors.