In-bundle force measurement device and/or method of measuring force applied by spacers in an assembled fuel bundle

摘要

In one embodiment, the in-bundle force measurement device includes an elongated main body, and a sensing structure disposed at a distal end of the main body. The sensing structure is configured to output a measurement indicative of force applied to the sensing structure.

主权项

1. An in-bundle force measurement device, comprising:
an elongated main body; and a sensing structure disposed at a distal end of the main body, the sensing structure configured to output a measurement indicative of pressure force applied to the sensing structure, wherein the sensing structure includes first and second pressure sensors disposed on the main body facing away from one another, wherein the first and second pressure sensors each include a concave recessed portion conformed to the outer periphery of a fuel rod.