Model testing conducted to benchmark the Shippingport Reactor Pressure Vessel/Neutron Shield Tank safety analysis report for packaging

Conference · Thu Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1989

OSTI ID:6018945

Becker, D. L.; Bowen, W. W.; Burgess, D. M.; Goldmann, L. H.

One-tenth size concrete and steel models of the Shippingport Reactor Pressure Vessel/Neutron Shield Tank (RPV/NST) were subjected to free-drop tests as prescribed in the Code of Federal Regulations. Results of the tests provided materials physical and mechanical properties data and reaction rate information to support modeling assumptions and confirm analytical values used in the multidimensional dynamic analyses performed to ensure the structural integrity of the RPV/NST assembly during shipment from Pennsylvania to the Hanford Site in Richland, Washington for final disposal. 2 refs., 10 figs., 2 tabs.

• Research Organization: Westinghouse Hanford Co., Richland, WA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC06-87RL10930
• OSTI ID: 6018945
• Report Number(s): WHC-SA-0426; CONF-890631-43; ON: DE89013529
• Resource Relation: Conference: International symposium on packaging and transporting of radioactive materials, Washington, DC, USA, 11 Jun 1989; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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