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Photograph caption dated August 6, 1959 reads, "Nuclear "Fuel" - Atomics International scientist prepares a wafer of radioactive uranium dioxide for a critical experiment in connection with the advanced nuclear reactor concept the North American Aviation division is developing for Southwest Atomic Energy Associates. A sealed box, fitted with a thick window and rubber gloves, affords protection against nuclear contamination."
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
North American Aviation.--Atomics International Division Industrial facilities--California--Los Angeles Nuclear engineering--California--Los Angeles Nuclear reactors--California--Los Angeles Nuclear engineering--Safety measures Uranium as fuel Nuclear fuels Canoga Park (Los Angeles, Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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