公开(公告)号：US20130069602A1

公开(公告)日：2013-03-21

申请号：US13235538

申请日：2011-09-19

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: H02J7/00

CPC classification number: F42B3/10 ,  F42B3/121 ,  F42D1/05 ,  F42D5/00 ,  H02J7/345

Abstract: An improved control circuit that is structured to energize another device such as a squib. A first portion of the circuit includes a first transistor and is structured to discharge at a first rate a first portion of a charge stored by a capacitor. Another portion of the circuit includes a second transistor and is structured to discharge a second portion of the charge subsequent to the discharge of the first portion of the charge and at a second rate greater than the first rate.

Abstract translation: 一种改进的控制电路，其被构造成对诸如爆管之类的另一装置通电。 电路的第一部分包括第一晶体管，并被构造为以第一速率放电由电容器存储的电荷的第一部分。 电路的另一部分包括第二晶体管，并被构造为在电荷的第一部分的放电之后以大于第一速率的第二速率放电电荷的第二部分。

公开(公告)号：US20080054857A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-06

申请号：US11512916

申请日：2006-08-30

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: H02P11/00 ,  H02P15/00 ,  H02P3/00 ,  H02P9/06

CPC classification number: H02P1/22

Abstract: A solid state reversing DC motor starter that is testable on-line and satisfies the requirements for nuclear safety grade equipment. The motor starter employs a bridge of solid state switches which connect the polarity of the motor winding to conform to the desired direction of travel. The reversing switch bridge is in series with the main switch that is coupled in parallel with a reduced current by-pass flow path.

公开(公告)号：US4661310A

公开(公告)日：1987-04-28

申请号：US546604

申请日：1983-10-27

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook ,  Jerzy Gutman

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook ,  Jerzy Gutman

IPC: G05B9/03 ,  G21C17/00 ,  G21D3/04

CPC classification number: G21D3/04 ,  G05B9/03 ,  Y02E30/40

Abstract: The dynamic logic of each channel of a multichannel protection system for a nuclear power plant provides a trip logic path and a global bypass logic path by which pulse signals from a clock source may be transmitted to a dc-to-dc power converter which energizes the undervoltage coils for a pair of contactors in the reactor trip switchgear. Each of the logic paths is constructed of basic logic units which in turn, each include a toroidal core of rectangular hysteresis loop magnetic material having a control winding which must be energized by a dc current in order for pulses applied to an input winding to appear at an output winding. Blockage of pulses through any one of the serially connected basic logic units in a logic path terminates the flow of pulses to the converter through that logic path. The control windings of corresponding logic units of the trip logic path in each channel are energized by one of a set of redundant sensors which monitor one of a plurality of reactor trip parameters. Dynamic voting logic appropriate for existing conditions is implemented in part by microprocessors in each channel which gather status information from the other channels through isolated, fiber optic, multiplexed data links and provide the switching logic for alternate paths for energization of the individual basic logic unit control windings, so that for instance, coincidence of trip signals from corresponding sensors in at least two out of four unbypassed channels is required to trip the reactor switchgear. Local bypasses provide additional energization paths for the control windings of basic logic units associated with sensors which are out of service or being repaired. Pulses propagate through the basic logic units of the global bypass path when an entire channel is taken out of service for treating or maintenance. Interlocks between logic units in the trip logic and global bypass logic paths permit only one path to deliver pulses to the converter at any given instant.

公开(公告)号：US08559584B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-15

申请号：US12972568

申请日：2010-12-20

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: G21C9/004 ,  G21C9/00 ,  G21C15/18

CPC classification number: G21C9/004 ,  G21C15/18 ,  G21D3/06 ,  H03K19/007 ,  Y02E30/40

Abstract: A blocking device for preventing the actuation of an automatic depressurization system in a pressurized nuclear reactor system due to spurious signals resulting from a software failure. The blocking signal is removed when the coolant level within the core makeup tanks drop below a predetermined level.

Abstract translation: 一种阻塞装置，用于防止由于软件故障引起的杂散信号而在加压核反应堆系统中启动自动减压系统。 当核心化妆池内的冷却剂液位低于预定水平时，堵塞信号被去除。

公开(公告)号：US4717528A

公开(公告)日：1988-01-05

申请号：US703003

申请日：1985-02-19

Applicant: Charles E. Meyer ,  Bruce M. Cook ,  David H. Ditto ,  John W. Kaufmann

Inventor： Charles E. Meyer ,  Bruce M. Cook ,  David H. Ditto ,  John W. Kaufmann

IPC: G21C7/08 ,  G21C7/14 ,  G21C7/36 ,  G21C7/12

CPC classification number: G21C7/36 ,  Y02E30/39

Abstract: A control system for a nuclear reactor is disclosed. A control rod strategy computer provides for dynamic control of core power distribution in both radial and axial directions and forms the basis for a partial trip capability. Several microprocessor-based computation centers are combined together in a data-sharing network which processors determine local power density, determine the instantaneous differential and integral reactivity worth of each group of control rods, determine and effectuate partial trip for immediate power reduction, determine and provide for uniform core burnup, and effectuate core reactivity changes by directing the movement of groups of four control rods from zero to one hundred percent of travel while minimizing power distribution factors throughout the core. The power control circuitry to move the groups of control rods are bus arranged such that the power circuitry is shared among the groups of control rods. In this manner, the power to the control rod drive mechanisms is controlled and bus arranged for distribution to these drive mechanisms. This arrangement allows separate housings or cabinets for each holding circuit for each group of control rods and one housing or cabinet for the moving circuit for all of the groups of control rods.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于核反应堆的控制系统。 控制杆策略计算机提供径向和轴向的核心功率分布的动态控制，并形成部分跳闸能力的基础。 几个基于微处理器的计算中心在数据共享网络中组合在一起，处理器确定局部功率密度，确定每组控制棒的瞬时差分和积分反应价值，确定和实现部分行程立即降低功率，确定和提供 通过将四个控制棒的组的运动从零移动到百分之一百的行程来实现核心反应性的改变，同时使整个核心的功率分配因子最小化。 用于移动控制棒组的功率控制电路被布置为使得电源电路在控制棒组之间共享。 以这种方式，控制杆驱动机构的动力被控制，总线布置成分配给这些驱动机构。 这种布置允许用于每组控制棒的每个保持电路的单独的壳体或机柜，以及用于所有控制棒组的移动电路的一个壳体或机柜。

公开(公告)号：US4434132A

公开(公告)日：1984-02-28

申请号：US252515

申请日：1981-04-09

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: G21C7/00 ,  G05B23/00 ,  G06F11/00 ,  G06F11/18 ,  G21C7/36 ,  G21C9/00 ,  G21C9/02 ,  G21C17/00 ,  G21D3/00 ,  G21D3/06

CPC classification number: G06F11/187 ,  G21D3/06 ,  G06F11/182 ,  Y02E30/40

Abstract: Each parameter of the processes of the nuclear reactor and of the components of a power supply which convert the thermal energy generated by the reactor into electrical power is monitored by a set of four like sensors. One each of the unlike sensors which monitor the different parameters is contained in a reactor-trip logic channel. Each such unlike sensor is referred to here as a "local sensor". Each channel is interlocked with the other three channels and receives the signals sensed by the other three sensors, herein called "remote sensors". Each channel also includes means for processing the signals from the local and remote sensors. The apparatus also includes means for tripping the reactor to deenergize or trip the control rod drive and insert the control rods fully into the core so that the reactor stops supplying power. The apparatus normally operates on a "two out of four" configuration. This assumes that all sensors are in normal operating condition. To achieve this purpose, eight circuit breakers are provided. Two breaker contactors are controlled by each channel. The control is through the undervoltage relays of the respective breakers. To trip the reactor, it is necessary that at least four breaker contactors be opened by operation of two channels.

Abstract translation: 将核反应堆的过程和将反应堆产生的热能转换为电力的电源部件的每个参数由一组四个相似的传感器来监测。 监测不同参数的不同传感器中的每一个都包含在电抗器跳闸逻辑通道中。 每个这样不同的传感器在这里被称为“本地传感器”。 每个通道与其他三个通道互锁，并接收由其他三个传感器感测到的信号，这里称为“远程传感器”。 每个通道还包括用于处理来自本地和远程传感器的信号的装置。 该装置还包括用于使反应器跳闸以使控制棒驱动器断电或跳闸的装置，并将控制棒完全插入到芯中以使反应堆停止供电。 设备通常以“二分之二”配置运行。 这假设所有传感器处于正常工作状态。 为了实现这一目的，提供了八个断路器。 两个断路器接触器由每个通道控制。 控制是通过相应断路器的欠压继电器。 为了跳闸，必须通过两个通道的操作来打开至少四个断路器接触器。

公开(公告)号：US07459877B2

公开(公告)日：2008-12-02

申请号：US11512474

申请日：2006-08-30

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: H02P1/16

CPC classification number: H02P1/30

Abstract: A solid state reversing AC motor starter that employs a DC power source and a power bridge employing insulated gate bipolar transistors that provide an ungrounded three phase AC output. The AC output is connected to the power input of the motor starter, which requires simultaneous RUN and Directional Commands to initiate valve actuation.

Abstract translation: 采用直流电源的固态反向交流电动机启动器和采用提供不接地三相交流输出的绝缘栅双极晶体管的电源桥。 交流输出连接到电动机启动器的电源输入，这需要同时运行和定向命令来启动阀门启动。

公开(公告)号：US07420343B2

公开(公告)日：2008-09-02

申请号：US11512476

申请日：2006-08-30

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: H02P1/04

CPC classification number: H02P1/18 ,  H02P29/032

Abstract: A current limiting DC motor starter employing a closed loop current measurement to provide precise current control that adapts to changing motor conditions, integrated with a solid state reversing motor starter. The motor starter further includes a calibrated overcurrent indication and a control system interface that reduces the likelihood that cable faults and other single failures will cause spurious actuation of the motor.

Abstract translation: 采用闭环电流测量的限流直流电动机起动器提供精确的电流控制，以适应不断变化的电机状态，与固态反向电动机起动器集成。 电动机起动器还包括校准过电流指示和控制系统接口，其减少了电缆故障和其他单个故障将导致电动机的假动作的可能性。

公开(公告)号：US4424186A

公开(公告)日：1984-01-03

申请号：US239710

申请日：1981-03-02

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: F22B1/06 ,  F22B35/00 ,  F22D5/26 ,  F22D5/30 ,  G21D3/00 ,  G21D3/08

CPC classification number: F22B35/004 ,  F22D5/26

Abstract: Excessive swing of the feedwater in power supply apparatus on the occurrence of a transient is suppressed by injecting an anticipatory compensating signal into the control for the feedwater. Typical overshoot occurs on removal of a large part of the load, the steam flow is reduced so that the conventional control system reduces the flow of feedwater. At the same time there is a reduction of feedwater level in the steam generator because of the collapse of the bubbles under increased steam pressure. By the time the control responds to the drop in level, the apparatus has begun to stabilize so that there is overshoot. The anticipatory signal is derived from the boiling power which is a function of the nuclear power developed, the enthalpy of saturated water and the enthalpy of the feedwater injected into the steam generator. From the boiling power and the increment in steam pressure resulting from the transient are anticipatory increment of feedwater flow is derived. Thus increment is added to the other parameters controlling the feedwater.

Abstract translation: 通过在给水的控制中注入预期补偿信号来抑制瞬时发生时供电装置中给水的过度摆动。 典型的过冲发生在去除大部分负载时，蒸汽流量减少，从而传统的控制系统减少给水流量。 同时，蒸汽发生器中由于气泡在蒸汽压力增加下的崩溃而导致给水量降低。 当控制器响应水平下降时，设备已经开始稳定，从而出现过冲。 预期信号来源于沸腾功率，该功率是发达的核电力的函数，饱和水的焓和注入蒸汽发生器的给水的焓。 从沸腾功率和由瞬态产生的蒸汽压力的增量推导出给水流量的预期增量。 因此，增加控制给水的其他参数。

公开(公告)号：US20120155597A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-21

申请号：US12972568

申请日：2010-12-20

Applicant: Bruce M. Cook

Inventor： Bruce M. Cook

IPC: G21C9/004

CPC classification number: G21C9/004 ,  G21C15/18 ,  G21D3/06 ,  H03K19/007 ,  Y02E30/40

Abstract: A blocking device for preventing the actuation of an automatic depressurization system in a pressurized nuclear reactor system due to spurious signals resulting from a software failure. The blocking signal is removed when the coolant level within the core makeup tanks drop below a predetermined level.

Abstract translation: 一种阻塞装置，用于防止由于软件故障引起的杂散信号而在加压核反应堆系统中启动自动减压系统。 当核心化妆池内的冷却剂液位低于预定水平时，堵塞信号被去除。