US3697376A
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Nuclear fuel assembly with flow channel restraining means
Assignee: General Electric Co
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Filing: 1969-08-15
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Granted: 1972-10-10
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Expires: 1989-08-15
Abstract
Abstract A nuclear fuel assembly incorporating a restraining arrangement for engaging the flow channel and limiting its deflection away from the lower tie plate! to control the bypass flow of coolant into the spaces between the fuel assemblies of a nuclear reactor.
Inventors
- 👤 Carl R Mefford
- 👤 James L Lass
- 👤 Bart A Smith
- 👤 Dominic A Venier
- 👤 Thomas Trocki
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2026-10-27 23:54
CPC Classifications
G; G21; G21C; G21C3/00; G21C3/30; G21C3/32; G21C3/322; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E30/00; Y02E30/30
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-10 | 1976-04-10 | 1976-10-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-10 | 1980-04-10 | 1980-10-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-10 | 1984-04-10 | 1984-10-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |