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Method for detecting and monitoring a fuel element failure in a nuclear reactor
Assignee: United States Atomic Energy Commission
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Filing: 1971-11-02
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Granted: 1973-05-15
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Expires: 1991-11-02
Abstract
Abstract ING AND COUNTING ITS DAUGHTER 135MXE UTILIZING AN INERT GAS SPARGE. A METHOD FOR DETECTING A FUEL ELEMENT FAILURE IN A LIQUID-SODIUM-COOLED FAST BREEDER REACTOR AND FOR MONITORING THE PROGRESSION THEREOF, WHEREIN THE FAILURE CAUSES SODIUM COOLANT TO CONTACT THE FUEL OXIDE, WHICH COMPRISES DETERMINING THE LEVEL OF 135I ACTIVITY IN THE LIQUID SODIUM RESULTING FROM THE FAILED FUEL ELEMENT BY SEPARAT-
Inventors
- 👤 W Miller
- 👤 W Mecham
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CPC Classifications
G; G21; G21C; G21C17/00; G21C17/02; G21C17/04; 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) | 1976-05-14 | 1976-11-13 | 1977-05-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-05-14 | 1980-11-13 | 1981-05-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-05-14 | 1984-11-13 | 1985-05-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |