James Scavo

Title: James Scavo and His Nuclear Reactor Jet Pump Invention.

Introduction

James Scavo is an inventor associated with Wilmington, North Carolina, and GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC. His patent work addresses the securement of jet pump components in commercial nuclear reactors.

Latest Patents

Scavo is credited with 1 patent: “Jet Pump Clamps and Methods for Use in a Nuclear Reactor Jet Pump.” The invention describes clamps designed to secure the restrainer bracket at the riser pipe junction in modified jet pump assemblies. By gripping the riser pipe and holding the bracket steady, the clamps can reduce stress on the welds while preventing bracket movement.

The design may use members positioned on either side of the restrainer bracket that engage surfaces of the riser pipe. Clamping these members together compresses the underlying pipe. Vertically adjustable members can also seat into or pass through the restrainer bracket to stabilize it. The assembly may be prepared with grooves in the riser pipe and holes with spherical indentations in the restrainer bracket. Clamps can then be installed during initial assembly or a maintenance outage.

Career Highlights

Scavo’s patent reflects engineering work focused on the reliability and maintenance of nuclear reactor jet pump assemblies. The described approach offers a mechanical means of reinforcing the riser pipe and restrainer bracket connection.

Collaborations

Scavo is associated with GE-Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC. Kayla R. Kelley is identified as a coworker.

Conclusion

James Scavo’s patented clamp system provides a method for stabilizing jet pump components and reducing stress on their welded connection in commercial nuclear reactors.