Patents Examined by Michael J.E Carone
  • Patent number: 6909766
    Abstract: One object of the present invention is to provide a production method for a nuclear fuel assembly support grid that improves the corrosion resistance of welded parts without impairing the characteristics of the support grid so as to be able adequately withstand highly efficient operation. In order to achieve the object, the present invention provide a production method for a nuclear fuel assembly support grid comprising the steps of: assembling a plurality of straps in a grid form; welding intersections of each strap; and carrying out annealing thereafter to precipitate an intermetallic compound on the welded parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2005
    Assignees: Mitsubishi Nuclear Fuel Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Nuclear Development Corporation
    Inventors: Toshiya Kido, Kimio Nakayama, Yasunao Yamaguchi