Characterization, Treatment and Conditioning of Radioactive Graphite from Decommissioning of Nuclear Reactors
Characterization, Treatment and Conditioning of Radioactive Graphite from Decommissioning of Nuclear Reactors

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher: IAEA

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 88

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Graphite has been used as a moderator and reflector of neutrons in more than 100nuclear power plants and in many research and plutonium-production reactors. It is usedprimarily as a neutron reflector or neutron moderator, although graphite is also used for other features of reactor cores, such as fuel sleeves. Many of the graphite-moderated reactors are now quite old, with some already shutdown. Therefore radioactive graphite dismantling and the management of radioactive graphite waste are becoming an increasingly important issue for a number of IAEA Member States. This report provides a comprehensive discussion of radioactive graphite waste characterization, handling, conditioning and disposal throughout the operating and decommissioning life cycle.

Processing of Irradiated Graphite to Meet Acceptance Criteria for Waste Disposal
Processing of Irradiated Graphite to Meet Acceptance Criteria for Waste Disposal

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher: IAEA Tecdoc Series No. 1790

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201040169

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Graphite is widely used in the nuclear industry and in research facilities and this has led to increasing amounts of irradiated graphite residing in temporary storage facilities pending disposal. This publication arises from a coordinated research project (CRP) on the processing of irradiated graphite to meet acceptance criteria for waste disposal.

Radiological Characterization of Shut Down Nuclear Reactors for Decommissioning Purposes
Radiological Characterization of Shut Down Nuclear Reactors for Decommissioning Purposes

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 204

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This report describes and assesses radiological characterization as a precursor to decommissioning. It shows the influence of the radioactive inventory on the planning and strategies of decommissioning and also presents an extensive overview of characterization results on various reactors which have been or are being decommissioned.

Strategy and Methodology for Radioactive Waste Characterization
Strategy and Methodology for Radioactive Waste Characterization

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher: IAEA

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 188

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Over the past decade significant progress has been achieved in the development of waste characterization and control procedures and equipment as a direct response to ever-increasing requirements for quality and reliability of information on waste characteristics. Failure in control procedures at any step can have important, adverse consequences and may result in producing waste packages which are not compliant with the waste acceptance criteria for disposal, thereby adversely impacting the repository. The information and guidance included in this publication corresponds to recent achievements and reflects the optimum approaches, thereby reducing the potential for error and enhancing the quality of the end product. -- Publisher's description.

Decommissioning Techniques for Research Reactors
Decommissioning Techniques for Research Reactors

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 124

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This is the first report published by the IAEA which provides guidance on the preparation and implementation of the decommissioning of different types of research reactor. Different construction and operational features of research reactors have a major impact on the decommissioning techniques required. This report offers information on the conclusions drawn from a number of completed projects and identifies their similarities and differences. It is complemented by a computerized research reactor databank. Staff requirements, decommissioning costs waste activity are presented graphically according to reactor thermal power and integrated energy.

Nuclear Energy Basic Principles
Nuclear Energy Basic Principles

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201126085

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Describes the rationale and vision for the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The publication identifies the basic principles that nuclear energy systems must satisfy to fulfil their promise of meeting growing global energy demands.

Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities
Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities

Author: OECD Nuclear Energy Agency

Publisher: Nuclear Energy Agency, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ; Washington, D.C. : OECD Publications and Information Centre

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 142

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Handling and Processing of Radioactive Waste from Nuclear Applications
Handling and Processing of Radioactive Waste from Nuclear Applications

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 164

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Provides detailed information on the handling, processing and storage techniques most widely used and recommended for waste from non-fuel-cycle activities. The report was designed to meet the needs of developing countries by focusing on the most simple, affordable and reliable techniques and discussing their advantages and limitations.