Radiation-shielding assemblies and methods
US7812322B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 26, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG21F5/015
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to the handling of radioactive material. For instance, a radiation shield of the invention may include a body having a cavity therein for receiving radioactive material. An opening to the cavity may be defined in the body. A base may be releasably attachable to the body (generally toward the opening) to at least partially enclose the radioactive material in the cavity. In the case that the radiation shield includes a plurality of interchangeable bases, one of the bases may have at least one of a shorter length and a lighter weight than another of the bases. The base(s) may be designed to enclose more than one size and/or shape of container in the cavity. The base(s) may include a hand grip to facilitate manual gripping of the radiation shield. The base(s) may include a guard to reduce exposure to radiation from manual handling of the radiation shield.
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