This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: University of Nevada. Active years: 1992-1994.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1992-1994
Title: Innovations by Pierre Mousset-Jones in Nuclear Waste Management
Introduction
Pierre Mousset-Jones is an accomplished inventor based in Reno, NV (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of nuclear waste management, holding 2 patents that focus on innovative methods for the retrievable storage of high-level nuclear spent fuel. His work addresses critical challenges in safely managing nuclear waste, which generates heat as it decays.
Latest Patents
Mousset-Jones's latest patents include a "Method and apparatus for underground nuclear waste repository." This invention relates to the retrievable storage of high-level nuclear spent fuel. The waste is packed in sealed containers and placed in a repository site comprising a tunnel or drift in a geological rock formation for permanent or long-term storage. Elongated, sealed cooling enhancement devices are emplaced in boreholes extending from the inside surfaces of the drift and carry heat from the location of the waste containers to farther distances in the repository site. The applicable sealed cooling enhancement devices disclosed include heat pipes, thermal syphons, superconductor rods, and heat pumps. Another patent, "Underground cooling enhancement for nuclear waste repository," shares similar principles and applications, emphasizing the importance of effective heat management in nuclear waste storage.
Career Highlights
Pierre Mousset-Jones is affiliated with the University of Nevada, where he continues to advance research in nuclear waste management. His innovative approaches have garnered attention in the scientific community, contributing to safer and more efficient methods of handling nuclear waste.
Collaborations
Mousset-Jones has collaborated with notable colleagues, including George L. Danko and Richard A. Wirtz. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that enhances the development of innovative solutions in the field.
Conclusion
Pierre Mousset-Jones is a key figure in the innovation of nuclear waste management, with patents that address critical issues in the field. His work at the University of Nevada and collaborations with esteemed colleagues further solidify his impact on this important area of research.