Evaluation of a joule-heated molten-glass furnace system for waste processing. [Combustion and immobilization]
The joule-heated glass furnace system is currently being evaluated at Mound as a means of reducing the volume of low-level radioactive waste similar to that found in light water reactor facilities. The furnace utilizes molten soda-lime silica to initiate and support combustion of the waste feed and to serve as an immobilization matrix. Dry solid waste, filter sludge, cartridge filters, and ion exchange resin are being introduced in a series of nonradioactive experiments to determine the combustion efficiency of the furnace unit. Results of experiments on the incineration of dry solid waste have shown excellent combustion capabilities. Upon completion of the nonradioactive studies, radioisotope behavior in the burn chamber will be investigated. 7 figures, 3 tables.
- Research Organization:
- Monsanto Research Corp., Miamisburg, OH (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76DP00053
- OSTI ID:
- 5096480
- Report Number(s):
- MLM-2988-OP; CONF-820854-1; ON: DE82020774
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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