Autoclave corrosion test for zirconium alloys

Details Autoclave corrosion test for zirconium alloys Autoclave corrosion test for zirconium alloys

1990-10-29

1993-11-09

Warden, Robert J.

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Process or composition for determination of physical state...

Corrosion resistance or power

422 53, 738656, 376250, 376251, G01N 3100, G01N 1700, G21C 1700

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052602184

ABSTRACT:
An improved short-term autoclave (10) test for ex-reactor evaluation of in-reactor corrosion resistance of zirconium alloy members (16) for use in pressurized water reactors and pressurized heavy water reactors by:

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