3D thermal stress analysis of WIPP room T RH TRU experiments
A three-dimensional finite element thermal stress analysis of the RH TRU experiments in WIPP Room T has been performed. This analysis aids in the interpretation of the borehole closure results being obtained from the Room T experiments and helps in assessing potential performance impacts in a typical storage room, during the waste retrieval period. Computed results are presented and compared to available in situ data, and a qualitative agreement between measured and computed closures is seen. Results indicate that if the boreholes are drilled 3 years after excavation of a typical storage room, the closure should not impede retrieval of the canisters during the 5 year waste retrieval period. 11 refs., 10 figs.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76DP00789
- OSTI ID:
- 6267822
- Report Number(s):
- SAND-88-2734C; CONF-890628-1; ON: DE89005207; TRN: 89-014104
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 30. US symposium on rock mechanics, Morgantown, WV, USA, 19 Jun 1989; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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