Estimation of gas leak rates through very small orifices and channels. [From sealed PuO/sub 2/ containers under accident conditions]

Technical Report · Tue Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1977

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/7318185· OSTI ID:7318185

Bomelburg, H. J.

As a result of a literature search, equations have been compiled for estimating the flow rates of pure gases through very small orifices and capillaries. Such equations might be useful in establishing upper limits of leak rates from sealed PuO/sub 2/ containers under accident conditions.

• Research Organization: Battelle Pacific Northwest Labs., Richland, WA (United States)
• DOE Contract Number: EY-76-C-06-1830
• OSTI ID: 7318185
• Report Number(s): BNWL-2223; TRN: 77-017179
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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