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Support structure for the lateral neutron shield system of a fast reactor core
Assignee: Commissariat à l'Énergie Atomique et Aux Énergies Alternatives
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Filing: 1975-06-09
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Granted: 1977-07-26
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Expires: 1995-06-09
Abstract
Abstract A hexagonal ring structure whose internal contour conforms to the external contour of the reactor core rests on the periphery of the reactor diagrid and is constituted by a plurality of layers of metallic plates. The layers are maintained in relative positional relation by means of clamping members, the plates of one layer being angularly displaced with respect to the plates of adjacent layers. The bottom end-connectors of the elements constituting the lateral shield system are fitted in vertical through-holes formed in the ring structure.
Inventors
- 👤 Bernard Gallet
- 👤 Robert Venot
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 16:24
CPC Classifications
G; G21; G21C; G21C11/00; G21C11/02; G21C5/00; G21C5/02; G21C5/10; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E30/00; Y02E30/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
126 words
A support structure for the lateral neutron shield system of a fast reactor core, said core being a vertical axis of symmetry and including a core support structure and a lateral neutron shield wherein said structure is a horizontal ring having an internal contour coinciding exactly with an external contour of the reactor core, a bottom face of said ring being supported by a periphery of said core support structure, said ring comprising a plurality of horizontal layers of metallic plates, clamping members maintaining said layers in relative positional relation, said metallic plates of one layer being angularly displaced around said axis of symmetry and overlappedly engaging said plates of adjacent layers, vertical through-holes in said ring receiving bottom end-connectors of elements of said neutron shield.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
126 words
A support structure for the lateral neutron shield system of a fast reactor core, said core being a vertical axis of symmetry and including a core support structure and a lateral neutron shield wherein said structure is a horizontal ring having an internal contour coinciding exactly with an external contour of the reactor core, a bottom face of said ring being supported by a periphery of said core support structure, said ring comprising a plurality of horizontal layers of metallic plates, clamping members maintaining said layers in relative positional relation, said metallic plates of one layer being angularly displaced around said axis of symmetry and overlappedly engaging said plates of adjacent layers, vertical through-holes in said ring receiving bottom end-connectors of elements of said neutron shield.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
A structure according to claim 1, wherein the layers of metallic plates are contiguous.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
A structure according to claim 1, including thin washers separating two successive layers of metallic plates.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
A structure according to claim 1, wherein said clamping members are tie-bolts.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
A structure according to claim 4, including thin washers separating said layers and traversed by said tie-bolts.
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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) | 1980-07-25 | 1981-01-24 | 1981-07-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-07-25 | 1985-01-24 | 1985-07-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-07-25 | 1989-01-24 | 1989-07-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |