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Review of thermal expansion and density of uranium and plutonium carbides

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4101386· OSTI ID:4101386
The published literature on linear thermal expansion and density of uranium and plutonium carbide nuclear fuels, including UC, PuC, (U,Pu)C, U$sub 2$$C$$sub 3$, Pu$sub 2$$C$$sub 3$, and (U,Pu)$sub 2$$C$$sub 3$, is critically reviewed. Recommended values are given in tabular form and additional experimental studies needed for completeness are outlined. 16 tables, 52 references. (auth)
Research Organization:
Los Alamos Scientific Lab., N.Mex. (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-36
NSA Number:
NSA-33-015177
OSTI ID:
4101386
Report Number(s):
LA--6037-MS
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English