Mixed oxide conversion facility alternative conceptual designs. [Coprecipitation-direct calcination (COPRECAL)]
Allied-General Nuclear Services recently performed studies to evaluate alternative proliferation-resistant flowsheets of the uranium-based LWR fuel cycle. The alternatives evaluated consist of coprocessing schemes with either a gamma or a heat spike added. A literature search and evaluation were performed to select a process technology for mixed oxide coconversion. The COPRECAL process was chosen as the most suitable conversion process technology. Three alternative mixed oxide conversion facility design concepts were prepared based on the COPRECAL technology. These alternative concepts are compared to a pure plutonium conversion facility. Facility designs, relative proliferation resistance, and cost estimates are discussed.
- Research Organization:
- Allied-General Nuclear Services, Barnwell, SC (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC09-78ET35900
- OSTI ID:
- 5142874
- Report Number(s):
- AGNS-35900-CONF-71; CONF-800943-5
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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