Nuclear power plant using nanoparticles in emergency systems and related method
US8976920B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E30/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A nuclear power plant with an improved cooling system using nanoparticles in solid or fluid form is provided. The nanoparticles are delivered in locations such as the cold leg accumulator and high and low pressure pumps of an emergency core cooling system. Motor driven valves and pressurization can aid in the delivery. Methods for providing the nanoparticles are also provided.
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