Reference analysis on the utility of engineered barriers for geologic disposal of spent nuclear fuel: overview
The development and characterization of waste forms, containers and other engineered barriers destined for use in the isolation of nuclear waste in deep geologic repositories has progressed to the point where there are several options for barrier systems that are available to help assure safe disposal of nuclear wastes. However, a rigorous basis has not yet developed to define whether various concepts or products are required or desirable, or how effective they should be for how long. This analysis is an attempt to contribute to that basis. Intent of the study is to determine what incentives exist for providing highly effective engineered barriers for the isolation of radioactive waste (spent fuel in this case) in a deep geologic repository. 6 figures.
- Research Organization:
- Pacific Northwest Lab., Richland, WA (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC06-76RL01830
- OSTI ID:
- 5986691
- Report Number(s):
- PNL-SA-9826; CONF-810998-1; ON: DE82003843; TRN: 82-000150
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: National Academy of Sciences - Waste Isolation Systems Panel review meeting, Washington, DC, USA, 2 Sep 1981
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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