Proposed methods for defueling the TMI-2 reactor core

Technical Report · Tue May 01 00:00:00 EDT 1984

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6837045· OSTI ID:6837045

Henrie, J O

This report constitutes the general concensus of a Debris Defueling Working Group which was established by the US Department of Energy, through EG and G Idaho Inc., to obtain recommendations from nuclear industry representatives concerning techniques for removing fuel debris from the TMI-2 reactor vessel. The current configuration of the reactor core materials is characterized based on the best information available to the group. The overall core removal philosophy of the group is documented. The type of equipment recommended for core removal is described. The need for development testing to support the design and operation of the equipment is discussed.

• Research Organization: Rockwell International Corp., Richland, WA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC07-76ID01570
• OSTI ID: 6837045
• Report Number(s): GEND-INF-027; ON: DE84010879
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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