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Process for electroslag refining of uranium and uranium alloys

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OSTI ID:4124452

A process is described for electroslag refining of uranium and uranium alloys wherein molten uranium and uranium alloys are melted in a molten layer of a fluoride slag containing up to about 8 weight percent calcium metal. The calcium metal reduces oxides in the uranium and uranium alloys to provide them with an oxygen content of less than 100 parts per million. (auth)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-33-009810
Assignee:
to U.S. Energy Research and Development Administration
Patent Number(s):
PAT-APPL-533,111.; US 3895935
OSTI ID:
4124452
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English