Nuclear reactor flow control devices and associated reactors, components, and methods
US12100521B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E30/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A flow control device configured to be positioned in a reactor core. The flow control device including a central shaft and at least one blade extending helically from the central shaft. A nuclear reactor and related systems and methods are also disclosed.
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