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Nuclear reactor with locking-key safety mechanism

US4077840A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 1976
Grant dateMar 7, 1978
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Expiry dateOct 20, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/827
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A device for coupling a pressure vessel closure cap to an upper structure for supporting the reactor internals comprises a plurality of locking-keys which are guided in translational motion within radially disposed housings and can be moved into outwardly projecting positions by externally-controlled actuating means in order to engage in opposite recesses formed in the internal wall of the closure cap.

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