Induced nuclear reactions: processes – systems – and elements – Fission reactor material treatment – Impurity removal
Patent
1994-04-18
1995-12-05
Walsh, Donald P.
Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements
Fission reactor material treatment
Impurity removal
376457, 252640, 252643, G21C 1942
Patent
active
054736480
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a process of decontaminating zirconium-based alloy claddings tubes used in nuclear reactor fuel rods. The process involved the use of a permanganate in a dilute acid solution. The process renders the alloy suitable for uncontrolled release into a non-radioactive environment.
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Chilton Michael R.
Larson Richard I.
Chelliah Meena
General Electric Company
Walsh Donald P.
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