Nuclear reactor steam depressurization valve
US5028383A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 16, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 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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