Container for the long time storage of radioactive materials

Details Container for the long time storage of radioactive materials Container for the long time storage of radioactive materials

1982-05-25

1984-09-18

Sebastian, Leland A.

Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements

Handling of fission reactor component structure within...

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

136202, 204148, 204197, 2505061, 252633, G21F 500, G21C 1932

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ABSTRACT:
There is described a container for the long time storage of radioactive materials, especially spent fuel elements, in suitable geological formations which guarantees an intact barrier for a long period of time even in the event of intrusion or access of water and brine. The container is provided with a cathodic corrosion protection whereby an isotope battery serves as the source of direct current. The radioactive stored materials is used as the source of energy.

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Nero, A Guidebook to Nuclear Reactors, Univ. of Calif. Press, Los Angeles, 1979, pp. 178 and 179.

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