Combination of nuclear reactor and missile shield
Abstract
Abstract There is disclosed the combination of a nuclear reactor with a missile shield which also affords protection in the event of a seismic disturbance. The shield is massive plate of steel or the like with ribs and is mounted above, and connected to, the upper package of the reactor. The plate has hole through which projections from the housings of the retracting mechanism cluster for the control rods pass. In the event of a seismic disturbance the movement of the mechanism clusters is limited by the restraint exerted by the shield plate on the projections. In addition the shield is retractable from the upper package by operation of hydraulic pistons and when retraced locks the rod retracting mechanisms for a refueling operation.
Inventors
- 👤 E Frisch
- 👤 H Andrews
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