Research Article

Study and Evaluation of Innovative Fuel Handling Systems for Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactors: Fuel Handling Route Optimization

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Detailed view of the ramp/gas corridor interface rotating part (1: primary circuit isolation valve, 2: ramp continuity rail, 3: inclined rotating part, 4: pot-holding truck in upper position, 5: chain guide and reel, 6: sealed secured hoist 7: biological shielding, 8: tight passage and motor access, 9: metallic envelope, 10: gas corridor link/exit interface, 11: dripping path and sodium recovery, 12: rotating part base, 13: isolation valve motorization unit, 14: rotating part motorization and drive unit, and 15: set-down and pick-up of the sodium pot).
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