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August 11, 2014 - Innovation has been the cornerstone of Westinghouse Electric Company since it was founded by George Westinghouse in 1886. In our 128-year history, the company has been responsible for some of the world’s greatest technological and nuclear achievements, including:
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The CR 99 control rod incorporates an optimized design with two separate high-density boron carbide pins in each hole. During control rod operation, neutron irradiation causes boron carbide to swell as B-10 atoms are transformed to Li-7 and He-4. With reduced diameter and tapered ends, the hot isostatic-pressed two-pin design minimizes swelling-induced mechanical strain on the blade wings and improves the ability to control mechanical behavior.
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