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Nuclear reactor steam depressurization valve

US5028383A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 1990
Grant dateJul 2, 1991
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E30/30
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fluid pressure actuated steam depressurization valve for nuclear reactor service. The valve is maintained closed retaining steam pressure within the system by the application of fluid pressure from an external source and control, and upon release of the applied fluid pressure steam pressure within the nuclear reactor system is vented to depressurize the system.

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