Cask for a radioactive material and radiation shield

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1997-07-24

1999-03-23

Jordan, Charles T.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Handling of fission reactor component structure within...

Storage container systems for new and/or irradiated core...

2505061, 252478, G21C 1907, G21F 108

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ABSTRACT:
A cask for a radioactive material has a single gamma ray and neutron shielding layer disposed on the outside of a vessel body, and the shielding layer is formed of the compact of a mixture of lead and a metal hydride dispersed therein. This cask can exhibit an excellent shielding effect according to the balance of radiation source intensity between gamma rays and neutrons, and can be made more compact.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3781189 (1973-12-01), Kasberg
patent: 3888794 (1975-06-01), Kasberg
patent: 3888795 (1975-06-01), Kasberg

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