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Thulium heat source: IR D project 91-031

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5744627· OSTI ID:5744627
The goal of the Thulium Heat Source study is to determine the performance capability and evaluate the safety and environmental aspects of a thulium-170 heat source. Our approach is to study parametrically the performance of thulium-170 heat source designs in the power range of 5--50 kW{sub th}. At least three heat source designs will be characterized in this power range and integrated with various power conversion subsystems to assess their performance, mass, and volume. We will determine shielding requirements, and consider the safety and environmental aspects of their use.
Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Lab., CA (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE; USDOE, Washington, DC (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
5744627
Report Number(s):
UCRL-ID-106866; ON: DE91012138
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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