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METHOD FOR PRODUCING UO$sub 2$ POWDER

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4755208

A method is given for producing UO/sub 2/ powder comprising the steps of precipitating UO/sub 2/ from a solution of uranyl nitrate, with the help of hydrogen peroxide, neutralizing free acid by adding ammonia, and calcinating and reducing the powder. The UO/sub 2/ powder produced by this method is especially suited for the fabrication of fuel elements by hammer-treatment. (Gmelin Institute)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-17-016132
OSTI ID:
4755208
Report Number(s):
DE 1142852
Country of Publication:
Germany
Language:
English