Nuclear fuel element
Description:
A nuclear fuel element and a method of manufacturing the element. The fuel element is comprised of a metal primary container and a fuel pellet which is located inside it and which is often fragmented. The primary container is subjected to elevated pressure and temperature to deform the container such that the container conforms to the fuel pellet, that is, such that the container is in substantial contact with the surface of the pellet. This conformance eliminates clearances which permit rubbin…
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Date:
April 6, 1989
Creator:
Zocher, R.W.
Partner:
UNT Libraries Government Documents Department