Merged dual accelerators enhance neutron yield and stability while reducing power input through combined plasma compression.
Segmented rotating tools reduce energy consumption and wear while removing up to 10 mm of contaminated concrete from nuclear facility walls.
Segmented AC and DC control sections prevent measurement omissions during instantaneous power failures.
A modular nuclear fission deflagration wave reactor uses a distributed thermostat and fast neutron spectrum to sustain decades-long operation without refueling.
A surface imprinting device uses pneumatic actuators and vacuum suction cups to secure attachment on test surfaces.
A bidirectional bulkhead penetrator uses independent inner and outer swiveling segments to transfer elements across pressure boundaries.
A SiC fiber reinforced composite control rod structure reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity.
Segmented titanium cage electrodes enhance structural stiffness and heat dissipation to withstand aerial shock and vibration.
Different anode geometries in dual ionization chambers enable simultaneous sodium and cesium concentration monitoring, preventing downstream reactor damage.
Estimates magnesium solid solution changes in aluminum alloys using CALPHAD equilibrium diagrams and Kampmann-Wagner numerical solutions.
Checkerboard-preconditioned Bi-CGStab procedures resolve SOR parameter sensitivity and parallelization bottlenecks in core modeling.
An internal inspection apparatus uses a rotating probe to access narrow weld zones, resolving accessibility limits in complex three-dimensional geometries.
Digital tube models with exception data automate eddy current signal comparison to reduce manual inspection time and improve flaw detection accuracy.
A containment filtered venting system uses combined nozzles and a cyclone separator to remove radioactive aerosols from exhaust gas.
External steam generators eliminate internal penetrations, resolving maintenance difficulties and pipe failure risks inherent in integrated designs.
Segmented modular architecture decouples life-limited components from plant availability, allowing hot-swappable maintenance without shutdown.
Mechanical relay switches in the enclosure route signals through one umbilical cable, reducing cable clutter and radiation exposure in nuclear reactors.
Segmented gaskets with antifriction guide rails adjust to remove stress blank angles, ensuring accurate dynamic failure parameter measurement.
A clamp assembly expands the bearing area of a feedwater sparger pin head to distribute mechanical load across a larger surface.
Segmented guide system positions a carriage carrying an adhesive repair pad to seal cracks in deep, narrow underwater regions without draining the pool.
Sensors trigger valve release of ionic liquid to neutralize sodium and prevent hydrogen detonation risks.
Electrostatic discharge from beta-decay wire segments enables time-of-flight neutron flux measurement without telemetry wires.
Modular duct segments and integrated lifting rigs reduce disassembly time and radiation exposure by enabling single-unit movement of upper duct assemblies.
Aligning electron and nucleus beams in defined spin states before collision generates neutrons with yields exceeding 10 percent while lowering energy costs.
Mechanical deformation of the screw head collar secures fixation against twisting, eliminating welding and grinding during reactor maintenance.
An austenitic iron-based alloy powder uses boron and gadolinium to absorb thermal neutrons while maintaining corrosion resistance.
A passive reactor cooling system uses gravity-driven natural circulation to remove decay heat without electric power.
Segmented inner-extension tubes with rotation-preventing surfaces maintain structural integrity while simplifying top nozzle removal from guide thimbles.
A neutron monitoring system uses a water detection sensor to determine detector immersion status for accurate flux measurement.
Composite actinoid mixtures boost thermal conductivity and neutron economy while minimizing cladding tube corrosion.
A pneumatic lifting system moves pebble-bed reactor fuel elements in groups through a single pipeline to optimize delivery efficiency.
Asymmetric angled contours on support grids break vortex correlation to eliminate resonant vibration and prevent cladding fretting damage.
A metal debris trap uses a coaxial cylinder and settling chamber to capture fine particles via gravitational separation.
Acoustic transmitters measure boron concentration in reactor coolant piping via signal attenuation, eliminating radiation damage to electronic sensors.
Segmented chevron inserts with metal matrix composites replace deteriorating absorbers, extending rack service life without frequent maintenance.
Cemented carbide neutron shielding absorbs radiation and resists thermal stress, protecting superconducting coils from damage.
Segments CRDM functions using spring-loaded latches and independent electromagnets to lower energy consumption during SCRAM operations.
A rotating fusion reactor accelerates neutral particles via magnetic forces to achieve high-density interactions without Coulomb repulsion.
Segmented monolithic blocks allow heat pipes to expand freely, reducing thermal stress while maintaining structural integrity.
Nested coil housings with alternating magnetic materials miniaturize the drive mechanism, securing coolant flow passages while maximizing lifting force.