Proceedings Papers

Support to the Global G-8 Partnership in Nuclear Nonproliferation

The Crucial Importance of the Back-End in Multinational Initiatives to Enhance Fuel Cycle Security

Charles McCombie, Neil Chapman, Thomas H. Isaacs

ICEM 2007; 1-7doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7208

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Topics: Nuclear fuel cycle , Security , Fuels , Nuclear power , Spent nuclear fuels , Waste disposal

Vision for the Development of an International Nuclear Fuel Recycling Program

Kenneth D. Kok

ICEM 2007; 9-14doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7356

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Topics: Nuclear fuels , Recycling , Nuclear fuel cycle , Fuels , Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Spent nuclear fuels , Testing

Spent Fuel Management—A User’s Perspective: Summary of Panel Discussions and Findings From WM’07 in Tucson, Arizona

Dennis L. Berry, Bart R. Callan

ICEM 2007; 15-18doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7357

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Topics: Fuels , Nuclear fuel cycle , Nuclear power , Spent nuclear fuels , Waste disposal , Waste management

D&D Programs: Status, Approaches, Policies and Challenges

Windscale Pile Reactors: Decommissioning Progress on a Fifty Year Legacy

Richard J. Sexton

ICEM 2007; 19-25doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7157

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Fire , Fuels , Accidents , Carbon fibers , Concretes , Design , Graphite , Isotopes , Metals

Decommissioning Considerations at a Time of Nuclear Renaissance

Jas S. Devgun

ICEM 2007; 27-33doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7214

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Construction , Nuclear industry , Nuclear power , Radioactive wastes , Roads , Safety

Decommissioning: An Approach to Predict the Amount of Radioactive Waste Arisings

K. Kugel, P. Brennecke, W. Koch

ICEM 2007; 35-39doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7304

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes , Public utilities , Decontamination , Electric power generation , Governments , Heat , Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations

National and International Programs for L/ILW Management

The Belgian Approach and Status on the Radiological Surveillance of Radioactive Substances in Metal Scrap and Non-Radioactive Waste and the Financing of Orphan Sources

Marnix Braeckeveldt, Peter De Preter, Jan Michiels, Ste´phane Pepin, Manfred Schrauben, An Wertelaers

ICEM 2007; 41-45doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7096

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Topics: Radioactive substances , Scrap metals , Surveillance , Radioactive wastes , Gates (Closures) , Contamination , Flux (Metallurgy) , Governments , Metal recycling

Current Status of the Radioactive Waste Management Programme in Spain

Jorge Lang-Lenton Leo´n, Emilio Garcia Neri

ICEM 2007; 47-59doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7101

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Nuclear decommissioning , Storage , Governments , Nuclear power stations , Spent nuclear fuels

Operational Programs for National Radioactive Waste and Spent Fuel Management Programme in Slovenia

Nadja Zˇeleznik, Metka Kralj, Irena Mele

ICEM 2007; 61-67doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7103

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Spent nuclear fuels , Governments , Ionizing radiation , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Safety

Packaging and Transportaion of Radioactively Contaminated Lead

Eugene Gleason, Gerard Holden

ICEM 2007; 69-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7182

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Topics: Packaging , Nuclear decommissioning , Containers , Governments , Atlantic Ocean , Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Recycling , Transportation systems

Management of Radioactive Waste in Belgium: ONDRAF/NIRAS and Belgoprocess as Major Actors of the Waste Acceptance System

Gunter Van Zaelen, Annick Verheyen

ICEM 2007; 77-83doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7257

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Integrated systems , Storage , Construction , Design , Hazards , Radioactive waste storage , Safety

Challenges Dealing With Depleted Uranium in Germany: Reuse or Disposal

Kai D. Mo¨ller

ICEM 2007; 85-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7294

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Topics: Uranium , Radioactive wastes , Licensing , Concretes , Heat , Safety , Storage

Waste Minimization, Avoidance, and Recycling

Nuclear Waste Treatment: Studying the Mixed Ion Type Effects and Concentration on the Behaviour of Oxide Dispersions

Qanitalillahi Omokanye, Simon Biggs

ICEM 2007; 89-95doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7005

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Topics: Disperse systems , Radioactive wastes , Electrolytes , Yield stress , Particulate matter , Shear (Mechanics) , Nuclear industry , Stability

Using Pressure Decay Methodology to Detect Glovebox Glove Failures

Michael E. Cournoyer, Stephen Schreiber, Steve D. Chunglo

ICEM 2007; 97-102doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7018

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Topics: Failure , Pressure , Drugs , Inspection , Instrumentation , Isotopes , Leakage , Mechanical properties , Nuclear industry , Rupture

Melting of Low-Level Radioactive Non-Ferrous Metal for Release

Ulrich Quade, Thomas Kluth, Rainer Kreh

ICEM 2007; 103-106doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7036

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Topics: Melting , Nonferrous metals , Recycling , Aluminum , Copper , Foundry ladles , Iron alloys , Brass (Metal) , Contamination , Cycles

Removal: An Alternative to Clearance

J. Feinhals, A. Kelch, V. Kunze

ICEM 2007; 107-111doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7079

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Contamination , Licensing , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Radiation (Physics) , Maintenance

Development of a Carbon-14 Bioseperation Technique for Cleanup of Nuclear Graphite

Pulane E. Molokwane, Evans M. N. Chirwa

ICEM 2007; 113-117doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7164

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Topics: Carbon , Graphite , Microorganisms , Carbon dioxide , Gases , Ionization energy , Separation (Technology) , Vessels , Waste reduction

Thermal Treatment of Historical Radioactive Solid and Liquid Waste Into the CILVA Incinerator

Jan Deckers, Ludo Mols

ICEM 2007; 119-123doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7333

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Topics: Incinerators , Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Solid wastes , Air pollution control , Emissions , Heat recovery , Ion exchange , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear environmental management

Repository Programs: Site Selection and Characterization, Underground Research Labs, Engineering and Geological Barriers - I

Geological Repository for Nuclear High Level Waste in France From Feasibility to Design Within a Legal Framework

Patrice Voizard, Stefan Mayer, Gerald Ouzounian

ICEM 2007; 125-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7034

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Topics: Design , Radioactive wastes , Rocks , Construction , Governments , Radioactive substances , Safety , Sustainability , Teams

Site Descriptive Modeling as a Part of Site Characterization in Sweden: Concluding the Surface Based Investigations

Johan Andersson, Kristina Skagius, Anders Winberg, Anders Stro¨m, Tobias Lindborg

ICEM 2007; 133-140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7062

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Topics: Modeling , Rock mechanics , Three-dimensional modeling , Engineering disciplines , Feedback , Nuclear fuels , Spent nuclear fuels , Thermal properties , Uncertainty , Waste management

Current Status of the Japanese Geological Repository Programme

Kazumi Kitayama

ICEM 2007; 141-144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7078

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Topics: Decision making , Design , Project management , Radioactive wastes , Safety , Transparency , Waste disposal

Evaluation of a Method for Designing Sealing Plugs for HLW Geological Disposal Facilities, Taking Into Account the Heterogeneous Characteristics of the Geological Environment

Yasuhiro Suyama, Koichi Yanagizawa, Masaru Toida

ICEM 2007; 145-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7092

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Topics: Design , Sealing (Process) , Tunnels , Construction , Cycles , Damage , Nuclear power

Development of Improved Methodology for the Comparative Assessment of Potential Repository Concepts and Locations

Hiroyuki Tsuchi, Akihisa Koike, Shoko Sato, Hideki Kawamura

ICEM 2007; 153-158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7140

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Transparency

Concept and Development of Information Flow Diagram for Literature Survey

Masaru Noda, Shoko Sato, Hiroyuki Tsuchi, Akihisa Koike, Tadashi Ueda

ICEM 2007; 159-166doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7156

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Construction

Environmental Remediation Management Approaches and Planning Tools

Performance-Based Acquisition: A Tool to Reduce Costs and Improve Performance at US Army Environmental Remediation Sites

Nancy Kosko, Janet Gilman, Debbie White

ICEM 2007; 167-173doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7050

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Topics: Army , Environmental remediation , Insurance , Biological agents , Defense industry , Explosives , Groundwater , Munitions , US Department of Defense

Cost Effective ER Data Acquisition Using a Dynamic Characterization Strategy

Kenneth M. Skinner, Peter A. Salpas

ICEM 2007; 175-179doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7063

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Topics: Data acquisition , Decision making , Groundwater , Resolution (Optics) , Sediments , Soil , Water

Experiences in the Field of Radioactive Materials Seizures in the Czech Republic

Karel Svoboda, Josef Podlaha, David Sˇi´r, Josef Mudra

ICEM 2007; 181-183doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7175

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Topics: Radioactive substances , Safety , Storage , Iron and steel mill construction , Machinery , Nuclear research , Radiation (Physics) , Raw materials , Risk , Vehicles

Fire as a Long-Term Stewardship Issue for Soils Contaminated With Radionuclides in the Western U.S.

David S. Shafer, David DuBois, Vic Etyemezian, Ilias Kavouras, Julianne J. Miller, George Nikolich, Mark Stone

ICEM 2007; 185-191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7181

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Topics: Fire , Radioisotopes , Soil , Risk , Biomass , Defense industry , Erosion , Half-life , Heat , Military systems

ReCLAIM v2.0: Comparison of Calculated Doses With Other Assessment Tools When Emulating Contaminated Land Scenarios

Mark Willans, Nathalie Galais, Chris Lennon, Divyesh Trivedi

ICEM 2007; 193-198doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7309

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Topics: Algorithms , Computer software , Decision making , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Radiation (Physics) , Radioisotopes , Underpinning

Risk Newsboy: Approach for Addressing Uncertainty in Developing Action Levels and Cleanup Limits

Roger Cooke, Margaret MacDonell

ICEM 2007; 199-203doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7324

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Topics: Risk , Uncertainty , Fittings , Hazards

Retrospection of Chernobyl Nuclear Accident for Decision Analysis Concerning Remedial Actions in Ukraine

Vladimir Georgievskiy

ICEM 2007; 205-210doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7328

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Topics: Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Decision analysis , Accidents , Damage , Radiation (Physics) , Countermeasures , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Radioactive substances , Biomedicine , Dynamic models

Local Participation and Decision-Making Process, Behavior and Politics

Local Negotiation on Compensation: Siting of the Spent Nuclear Fuel Repository in Finland

Matti Kojo

ICEM 2007; 211-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7094

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Topics: Negotiation , Spent nuclear fuels , Nuclear environmental management , Nuclear power

Factors Affecting Public and Political Acceptance for the Implementation of Geological Disposal

Bernard Neerdael

ICEM 2007; 219-224doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7195

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Topics: Decision making , Dimensions , Nuclear environmental management , Performance , Radioactive wastes , Risk management , Sustainability

Integrating Natural and Social Sciences to Inspire Public Confidence in Radioactive Waste Policy Case Study: Committee on Radioactive Waste Management

Sam Usher

ICEM 2007; 225-237doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7240

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Governments , Ethics , Decision analysis , Decision making , Failure , Radioactive waste disposal

Restoring Public Trust While Tearing Down Site in Rural Ohio

Jerry Schneider, Jeffrey Wagner, Judy Connell

ICEM 2007; 239-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7319

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Topics: Contamination , Decision making , Delays , Dust , Engineering standards , Environmental Protection Agency , Health and safety , Humanitarian projects , Leadership , Maintenance

HLW, SNF, and TRU Poster Session

The Rheology of Oxide Dispersions and the Role of Concentrated Electrolyte Solutions

Simon Biggs, Amy Tindley

ICEM 2007; 249-254doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7010

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Topics: Disperse systems , Electrolytes , Rheology , Yield stress

Synthesis of Crystalline Ceramics for Actinide Immobilisation

B. Burakov, V. Gribova, A. Kitsay, M. Ojovan, N. C. Hyatt, M. C. Stennett

ICEM 2007; 255-258doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7047

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Topics: Ceramics , Radioisotopes , Composite materials , High temperature , Hot pressing , Melting , Nuclear industry , Pressing , Radium , Safety

Hydrogeological Characterization on Surface-Based Investigation Phase in the Mizunami Underground Research Laboratory Project, in Japan

Hiromitsu Saegusa, Hironori Onoe, Shinji Takeuchi, Ryuji Takeuchi, Takuya Ohyama

ICEM 2007; 259-266doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7117

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Topics: Construction , Flow simulation , Groundwater , Hydraulic conductivity , Industrial research , Modeling , Nuclear power , Radioactive wastes , Simulation , Uncertainty

Hydrogeological Conceptual Model Determined From Baseline and Construction Phase Groundwater Pressure and Surface Tiltmeter Data at the Mizunami Underground Research Laboratory, Japan

Shinji Takeuchi, Ryuji Takeuchi, Walter Salden, Hiromitsu Saegusa, Takashi Arai, Koji Matsuki

ICEM 2007; 267-274doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7141

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Topics: Construction , Groundwater , Pressure , Shafts (Excavations) , Water , Earthquakes , Flow (Dynamics) , Numerical analysis , Testing , Ventilation

Radiolytic Decomposition of Organic C-14 Released From TRU Waste

Yuko Kani, Kenji Noshita, Toru Kawasaki, Tsutomu Nishimura, Tomofumi Sakuragi, Hidekazu Asano

ICEM 2007; 275-280doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7147

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Topics: Carbon , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Molecular weight , Radiation (Physics) , Sorption , Waste disposal , Water

Coincidence Gate Utilization Factors for Neutron Correlation Counters With Up to Three Components in the Die-Away Profile

S. Croft, R. D. McElroy, S. C. Kane

ICEM 2007; 281-284doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7173

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Topics: Gates (Closures) , Neutrons , Design , Signals

Selection and Evaluation of Inner Material Canididates for Spanish Highlevel Radioactive Waste Canisters

Francesc Puig, Javier Dies, Manuel Sevilla, Joan de Pablo, Juan Jose´ Pueyo, Lourdes Miralles, Aurora Marti´nez-Esparza

ICEM 2007; 285-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7178

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Topics: Borosilicate glasses , Cast iron , Containers , Corrosion , Design , Fuels , Glass beads , Groundwater , Heat resistant glass , Olivine

Study on Creating Hydraulic Tomography for Crystalline Rock Using Frequency Dependent Elastic Wave Velocity

K. Yoshimura, S. Sakashita, K. Ando, P. Bruines, I. Blechschmidt, W. Kickmaier, Y. Onishi, S. Nishiyama

ICEM 2007; 293-298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7233

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Topics: Elastic waves , Rocks , Hydraulic conductivity , Computer simulation , Design , Porous materials , Testing

Environmental Safety Aspects of the New Spent Nuclear Fuel Management and Storage System at Ignalina NPP

P. Poskas, V. Ragaisis, J. E. Adomaitis

ICEM 2007; 299-304doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7248

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Safety , Spent nuclear fuels , Storage , Regulations , Design , Nuclear decommissioning , Packaging , Spent fuel storage

Modeling of Radionuclide Releases From the Geological Repository for RBMK-1500 Spent Nuclear Fuel in Crystalline Rocks in Lithuania

Povilas Poskas, Asta Brazauskaite

ICEM 2007; 305-310doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7272

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Topics: Modeling , Radioisotopes , Rocks , Spent nuclear fuels , Safety , Computers , Finite difference methods

Transparent Tools for Uncertainty Analysis in High Level Waste Disposal Facilities Safety

Francisco Luiz de Lemos, Karl-Heinz Helmuth, Terry Sullivan

ICEM 2007; 311-314doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7277

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Topics: Safety , Transparency , Uncertainty analysis , Waste disposal , Fuzzy logic , Uncertainty , Artificial intelligence , Groundwater , Nuclear power , Radiation (Physics)

Characteristics of Solidified Products Containing Radioactive Molten Salt Waste

In-Tae Kim, Hwan-Seo Park, Yong-Zun Cho, Kwang-Wook Kim, Seong-Won Park, Eung-Ho Kim

ICEM 2007; 315-319doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7303

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Topics: Borosilicate glasses , Density , Glass transition , Heat resistant glass , Microhardness , Solidification , Spent nuclear fuels , Thermal expansion

The Young Generation Network, Workforce Issues and Training Programs

Education in Nuclear Decommissioning in the North of Scotland

F. Catlow, G. M. Reeves

ICEM 2007; 321-327doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7209

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Topics: Education , Nuclear decommissioning , Environmental remediation , Students , Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Contamination , Defense industry , Engineering disciplines , Environmental health and safety , Environmental Protection Agency

Developing Satisfied and Talented Consultants

Sarah Greenwood, Helen Higgs

ICEM 2007; 329-331doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7347

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Topics: Education , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear industry , Trains

The Next Generation: How Are We Equipping Our Young Generation for the Future

Corhyn Horsfall

ICEM 2007; 333-336doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7353

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Topics: Engineers , Liabilities , Manufacturing , Nuclear industry

Workforce Issues and Training Programmes: A UK Perspective

Warren Richards

ICEM 2007; 337-340doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7361

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Topics: Education , Engineering disciplines , Fracture (Materials) , Governments , Sustainability

Global Partnering in Multi-National Support in Waste Management and Clean-up Programs

Site Survey of Former Naval Base in Andreyev Bay, Northwest-Russia: Radiation Levels and Radionuclide Concentrations On and Below the Surface Level

Ole Reistad, Frits Steenhuisen, O̸ystein B. Dick, Gisle Grepstad, Styrkaar Hustveit, Ingar Amundsen

ICEM 2007; 341-348doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7148

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Topics: Radiation (Physics) , Radioisotopes , Contamination , Fuels , Nuclear fission , Storage , Accidents , Drilling , Isotopes , Nuclear weapons

Waste Management Regulations and Approaches in the EU: Potential Areas for Enhancement or Harmonization

Peter Salzer, Gregg Butler, Neil Chapman, Charles McCombie, Grace McGlynn

ICEM 2007; 349-356doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7217

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Topics: Regulations , Waste management , Radioactive wastes , Workshops (Work spaces) , Radioactive waste disposal

International Radioactive Material Recycling Challenges

John T. Greeves, James Lieberman

ICEM 2007; 357-361doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7326

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Topics: Radioactive substances , Recycling , Safety , Radioactive wastes , Regulations , Security , Spent nuclear fuels

Opportunity, Risk, and Success: Recognizing, Addressing, and Balancing Multiple Factors Crucial to the Success of a Project Management System Deployed to Support Multi-Lateral Decommissioning Programs

Greg Funk, Paul Longsworth

ICEM 2007; 363-367doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7342

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Project management , Risk , Transparency , Computer software , Fluctuations (Physics) , Hardware , Performance , Probability , Uncertainty

Risk-Performance Assessment Related to Spent Fuel, TRU or HLW Disposal - I

Estimates of Mean Consequences and Confidence Bounds on the Mean Associated With Low-Probability Seismic Events in Total System Performance Assessments

Osvaldo Pensado, James Mancillas

ICEM 2007; 369-375doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7037

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Topics: Earthquakes , Probability , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes

Developing a Fuzzy Rule Based Cognitive Map for Total System Safety Assessment

Francisco Luiz de Lemos, Terry Sullivan

ICEM 2007; 377-380doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7072

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Topics: Ignorance , Radioactive waste disposal , Safety , Sensitivity analysis , Transparency , Uncertainty

On the Role of H₂ as an Inhibitor of UO₂ Matrix Dissolution

Juan Merino, Xavier Gaona, Lara Duro, Jordi Bruno, Aurora Marti´nez-Esparza

ICEM 2007; 381-388doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7109

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Topics: Containers , Corrosion , Fuels , Modeling , Pressure , Radiation (Physics) , Spent nuclear fuels , Stability , Water

Landscape Modeling for Dose Calculations in the Safety Assessment of a Repository for Spent Nuclear Fuel

Tobias Lindborg, Ulrik Kautsky, Lars Brydsten

ICEM 2007; 389-396doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7115

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Topics: Modeling , Safety , Spent nuclear fuels , Lakes , Seas , Flow (Dynamics) , Shorelines , Design , Displacement , Nuclear fuels

D&D Lessons Learned

Switching From Deferred Dismantling to Immediate Dismantling: The Example of Chooz A, A French PWR

Jean-Jacques Grenouillet

ICEM 2007; 397-399doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7106

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Topics: Pressurized water reactors , Nuclear decommissioning

Management of Liabilities at SCK•CEN: Lessons Learned

L. Noynaert, R. Cornelissen

ICEM 2007; 401-404doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7155

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Topics: Liabilities , Nuclear decommissioning , Spent nuclear fuels , Structures , Waste management , Clearances (Engineering)

Progress and Experiences From the Decommissioning of the Eurochemic Reprocessing Plant

R. Gilis, P. Lewandowski, B. Ooms, N. Reusen, W. Van Laer, R. Walthe´ry

ICEM 2007; 405-410doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7210

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Decontamination , Concretes , Protective clothing , Ceilings , Contamination , Cooling , Demolition , Fuels , Industrial wastes

Lessons Learned From the Decommissioning Process Affected by an Accident During Operation: The Case of A1 NPP in Slovakia

Vladimir Daniska, Jan Timulak, Anton Pekar, Vojtech Niznansky, Ladislav Konecny

ICEM 2007; 411-419doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7298

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Topics: Accidents , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Contamination , Bearings , Circuits , Damage , Decontamination , Fuels , Nuclides

Sharing Lessons Learned and Best Practices in Deactivation and Decommissioning Techniques Among U.S. Department of Energy Contractors

Michael B. Lackey, Sandra L. Waisley, Lansing G. Dusek

ICEM 2007; 421-424doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7317

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Databases , Knowledge management , Life cycle costing , Project management , Radiation (Physics)

Lessons Learnt From Ignalina NPP Decommissioning Project

Jean-Claude Naisse

ICEM 2007; 425-430doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7351

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Licensing , Nuclear power , Project management

Experiences in ER Clean-up Actions and Legacy

Contaminated Land and Groundwater Management at Sellafield: A Large Operational Site With Significant Legacy and Contaminated Land Challenges

Phil Reeve, Katherine Eilbeck

ICEM 2007; 431-437doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7051

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Topics: Groundwater , Leakage , Storage , Contamination , Licensing , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear industry , Teams , Weapons

Phased Implementation of In Situ Chemical Oxidation for a Large TCE DNAPL Source Area at the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant, USA

Paul E. Cross, Del Baird

ICEM 2007; 439-445doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7200

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Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Oxidation , Plumes (Fluid dynamics) , Anisotropy , Bearings , Gates (Closures) , Gravel , Groundwater , Testing , Transients (Dynamics)

Low/Intermediate Level Waste Management Posters - I

Cost and Waste Volume Reduction in HEPA Filter Trains by Effective Pre-Filtration

Chris Chadwick

ICEM 2007; 447-453doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7003

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Topics: Filtration , HEPA filters , Trains , Filters , Contamination , Glass fibers , Dust , Cost benefit analysis , Dust removal , Economics

Curing Time Effect on the Fraction of ¹³⁷Cs From Cement-Ion Exchange Resins-Bentonite Clay Composition

Ilija Plecas, Slavko Dimovic

ICEM 2007; 455-457doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7013

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Topics: Cements (Adhesives) , Hardening (Curing) , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes , Resins

Development of an Iodine Immobilization Technique by Low Temperature Vitrification With BiPbO₂I

Atsushi Mukunoki, Tamotsu Chiba, Yasuhiro Suzuki, Seiichiro Uehara, Hidekazu Asano, Tsutomu Nishimura

ICEM 2007; 459-464doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7142

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Topics: Low temperature , Vitrification , Glass , Boron , Minerals , Seawater

Possible Approach to Cleaning “Problematic” LRW With Large Contents of Suspended Particles, Oils and Other Organic Substances

V. Ilin, Yu. Karlin, A. Laurson, Eu. Volkov, S. Dmitriev

ICEM 2007; 465-469doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7146

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Topics: Oils , Particulate matter , Petroleum , Filtration , Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Emulsions , Membranes , Separation (Technology) , Slurries

Downselect Ion Specific Media (ISM) Utilization in Upset and Outage Conditions

Mark S. Denton, William D. Bostick

ICEM 2007; 471-477doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7187

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Topics: Activated carbon , Automated guided vehicles , Automatic gain control , Boilers , Boron , Decontamination , Equilibrium (Physics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Nuclear power stations , Performance characterization

Effects of Lump Characteristics on Plutonium Self Absorption Correction Methods

D. C. Curtis, M. R. Wormald, S. Croft

ICEM 2007; 479-484doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7308

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Topics: Absorption , Shapes , Density , Uncertainty , Assaying , Particulate matter , Polynomials , Radioactive wastes , Robustness

Modified Microspheres for Cleaning Liquid Wastes From Radioactive Nuclides

Lev Danilin, Valery Drozhzhin

ICEM 2007; 485-490doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7373

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Topics: Nuclides , Sorbents , Electricity (Physics) , Boilers , Capacitors , Coal , Combustion , Furnaces , Minerals , Nuclear industry

Research on Thermal Stability of Sorbents on the Basis of Microspheres Modified With Ferrocyanides of Transient and Heavy Metals

Lev Danilin, Valery Drozhzhin

ICEM 2007; 491-494doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7374

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Topics: Heavy metals , Sorbents , Thermal stability , Transients (Dynamics) , Carbon dioxide , Hydrogen , Temperature , Temperature effects , Alkali metals , Chemical processes

Panel: Global Partnership Supporting Radioactive Waste Management Projects and Nonproliferation

The UK Government’s Global Partnership Programme: Its Achievements Over the Past Five Years and Challenges Ahead

Alan Heyes

ICEM 2007; 495-503doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7099

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Topics: Accidents , Biological agents , Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , National defense , Radioactive substances , Risk , Safety , Security , Sustainability , Underwater vehicles

Towards Solving the Problems of the Solid Radioactive Wastes From Decommissioned Soviet-Designed Nuclear Submarines

Bjo̸rn Borgaas, Ingar Amundsen, Ole Reistadt

ICEM 2007; 505-511doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7133

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Underwater vehicles , Safety , Storage , Defense industry , Governments , Hazardous wastes , Inspection , Waste handling

Risk-Performance Assessment Related to Spent Fuel, TRU or HLW Disposal - II

Application of Total Uncertainty Theory in Radioactive Waste Disposal Facilities Safety Assessment

Francisco Luiz de Lemos, Timothy Ross, Terry Sullivan

ICEM 2007; 513-516doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7266

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Topics: Radioactive waste disposal , Safety , Uncertainty , Engineering disciplines , Natural phenomena

The Treatment of Uncertainty in Performance Assessment and Safety Case Development

D. A. Galson, A. Khursheed

ICEM 2007; 517-524doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7329

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Topics: Safety , Uncertainty , Regulations , Sensitivity analysis , Construction , Design , Licensing , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes , Uncertainty analysis

Transportation of Spent Nuclear Fuel, Fissile, TRU, and HLW

Advances in Development of the Fission Product Extraction Process for the Separation of Cesium and Strontium From Spent Nuclear Fuel

Jack Law, Dean Peterman, Cathy Riddle, David Meikrantz, Terry Todd

ICEM 2007; 525-528doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7077

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Topics: Nuclear fission , Separation (Technology) , Spent nuclear fuels , Strontium , Light water reactors , Testing , Fuels , Heat , Metals , Nuclear fuel cycle

The Carbon Matrices Made of Pyrolised Phtalocyanines as a Base for Encapsulation of the Long-Lived Nuclides of Iodine, Technetium and Minor Actinides

V. I. Tikhonov, P. N. Moskalev, V. K. Kapustin

ICEM 2007; 529-534doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7084

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Topics: Carbon , Nuclides , Pyrolysis , Atoms , Radioisotopes , Temperature , Atomic size , Europium , Radioactive wastes , Stability

Safety Analysis of Irradiated Nuclear Fuel Transportation Container

E. Uspuras, S. Rimkevicius

ICEM 2007; 535-540doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7184

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Topics: Containers , Nuclear fuels , Safety , Transportation systems , Fuels , Nuclear power stations , Accidents , Design , Regulations , Spent nuclear fuels

Synthesis of Yttria-Stabilised Zirconia Matrices for Immobilisation of Actinides by Internal Gelation Method

G. Benay, G. Modolo, R. Odoj

ICEM 2007; 541-544doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7360

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Topics: Dust , Electron microscopy , Fracture (Materials) , Fuels , Spent nuclear fuels , Thermal analysis , X-ray diffraction

D&D of Power Reactors and Research Reactors

The AVR (HTGR) Decommissioning Project With New Strategy

Hakan Sterner, Dieter Rittscher

ICEM 2007; 545-550doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7040

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Very high temperature reactors , Reactor vessels , Density , Dust , Engineering prototypes , Graphite , Licensing , Lightweight concrete , Nuclear fission

Decommissioning of the BR3 Reactor: Status and Perspectives

L. Noynaert, I. Verstraeten

ICEM 2007; 551-555doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7128

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Pressurized water reactors , Concretes , Radioactive wastes , Reactor vessels , Clearances (Engineering) , Cost benefit analysis , Decontamination , Evacuations , Fuels

The Radioactivity Analysis of ¹⁴C in the Graphite Samples From the Dismantled KRR-1&2 Sites by a High Temperature Furnace and a LSC

Hee Reyoung Kim, Wanno Lee, Kun Ho Chung, Mun Ja Kang, Dong Gyu Lee, Geun Sik Choi, Chang Woo Lee

ICEM 2007; 557-561doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7145

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Topics: Furnaces , Graphite , High temperature , Radioactivity , Radioactive wastes , Temperature , Combustion , Carbon , Catalysts , Half-life

Segmentation and Removal of the Carolinas-Virginia Tube Reactor (CVTR) Moderator Tank

Michael G. Anderson

ICEM 2007; 563-566doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7154

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Topics: Image segmentation , Contamination , Heat shielding , Packaging , Water , Cutting , Hardware , Reactor vessels , Spent nuclear fuels , Steel

Decommissioning Strategy Options for MR Reactor at the Kurchatov Institute, Moscow

M. T. Cross, N. F. Harman, D. Charles, A. Harper, B. K. Bylkin, Yu. E. Gorlinksy, V. I. Kolyadin, V. A. Kutkov, V. I. Pavlenko, Yu. V. Sivintsev, Yu. N. Lobach

ICEM 2007; 567-572doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7191

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Cities , Contamination , Materials testing , Radioactive wastes , Safety , Spent nuclear fuels , Structures

Proven Concepts for LLW-Treatment of Large Components for Free-Release and Recycling

Lena Bergstro¨m, Maria Lindberg, Anders Lindstro¨m, Bo Wirendal, Joachim Lorenzen

ICEM 2007; 573-578doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7218

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Topics: Recycling , Decontamination , Boilers , Image segmentation , Turbines , Blasting , Domes (Structural elements) , Heat exchangers , Shells , Steam

Closure of the Fast Flux Test Facility: Current Status and Future Plans

C. P. Lesperance, S. V. Doebler, T. M. Burke

ICEM 2007; 579-584doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7279

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Topics: Test facilities , Sodium , Decontamination , Fuels , Hazards , Maintenance , Nuclear decommissioning , Risk , Sodium fast reactors , Storage

Safety Considerations Associated With L/ILW Management

Centrifuge Modeling of Radioactive Waste Migration Through Backfill in a Near Surface Disposal Facility

C. Gurumoorthy, O. Kusakabe

ICEM 2007; 585-594doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7032

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Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Modeling , Radioactive wastes

HEPA Filter Performance Under Adverse Conditions

Michael Parsons, Kristina Hogancamp, Steven Alderman, Charles Waggoner

ICEM 2007; 595-598doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7074

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Topics: Aerosols , Emissions , Failure , Filters , HEPA filters , Leakage , Particle size , Particulate matter , Pressure , Soot

Evaluation of the Effects of Media Velocity on HEPA Filter Performance

Steven Alderman, Michael Parsons, Kristina Hogancamp, O. Perry Norton, Charles Waggoner

ICEM 2007; 599-603doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7075

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Topics: HEPA filters , Filters , Testing , Particle size , Particulate matter , Aerosols , Glass fibers , Cycles , Dynamic testing (Engineering) , Dynamic testing (Materials)

Radiation Safety Requirements for Radioactive Waste Management in the Framework of a Quality Management System

M. M. Salgado, J. C. Beni´tez, R. Pernas, N. Gonza´lez

ICEM 2007; 605-609doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7220

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Topics: Quality management , Radiation (Physics) , Radioactive wastes , Safety , Inspection , Biomedicine , Regulations , Transportation systems , Waste management

Radiological Characterisation of Waste in Interim Storage Building of COVRA

L. P. M. van Velzen, J. Welbergen

ICEM 2007; 611-616doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7234

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Topics: Radiological characterization , Storage , Radiation (Physics) , Ionization chambers , Nuclides , Photons , Temperature

Solid Radioactive Waste Management Facility Design for Managing Candu^® 600 MW Nuclear Generating Station Retube/Refurbishment Waste Streams

N. Pontikakis, D. Scott, J. Hopkins, V. Bajaj, L. Nosella

ICEM 2007; 617-624doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7283

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Topics: Design , Power stations , Radioactive wastes , Containers , Nuclear power , Waste handling , Waste management

L/ILW Waste Characterization, Assay, and Tracking Systems

ISO Standardization of the Scaling Factor Method for Low- and Intermediate Level Radioactive Wastes Generated at Nuclear Power Plants

Makoto Kashiwagi, Hideki Masui, Yasutaka Denda, David James, Bertrand Lante`s, Wolfgang Mu¨ller, Mike Garamszeghy, Jose Luis Leganes, Harald Maxeiner, Leo van Velzen

ICEM 2007; 625-629doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7015

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Nuclides , Teams , Engineering standards , Radioactivity , International Organization for Standardization , Regulations , Safety

Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Cement-Based Structures Immobilising Radioactive Waste

L. M. Spasova, M. I. Ojovan, M. Hayes, H. Godfrey

ICEM 2007; 631-638doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7049

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Cements (Adhesives) , Radioactive wastes , Aluminum , Corrosion , Equipment performance , Signals , Blast furnaces , Chemical processes , Cracking (Materials)

Evaluation and Analysis of the Residual Radioactivity for the 15UD Pelletron Accelerator Facility

R. G. Sonkawade

ICEM 2007; 639-641doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7114

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Topics: Radioactivity , Bellows (Equipment) , Magnets , Decontamination , Metals , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioisotopes , Sensors

Use of a Shielded Low Resolution Gamma Spectrometer for Segregation of Free Release and Low Level Waste

C. G. Wilkins, E. Alvarez, J. Cocks, L. Davison, A. Mattinson

ICEM 2007; 643-648doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7163

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Topics: Resolution (Optics) , Clearances (Engineering) , Nuclear decommissioning , Sanitary landfills , Design , Gamma ray spectrometry , Radiation (Physics) , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes , Sensors

Three Dimensional Reconstruction of Activity Profiles in 220 Liters Radioactive Waste Packages Containing Supercompacted 100 Liters Drums

L. P. M. van Velzen, J. Maes

ICEM 2007; 649-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7247

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Computers , Design , Emissions , Nondestructive evaluation , Safety , Uncertainty

Systematic Approach to Radioactive Waste Characterization at Belgoprocess

T. Huys, P. Gielen

ICEM 2007; 655-658doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7267

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Accounting , Isotopes , Radiological characterization , Databases , Nuclear engineers , Nuclear fuel cycle , Teams

Derivation of the Korean Radwaste Scaling Factor

Kwang Yong Jee, Hong Joo Ahn, Se Chul Sohn, Su Ho Han, Ki Seop Choi

ICEM 2007; 659-662doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7297

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes , Nuclides , Databases , Governments , Heavy water reactors , Nuclear power stations , Pressurized water reactors , Resins

Current Trends for Packaging Transuranic Waste at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LA-UR-07-4785)

Kapil K. Goyal, Peter H. Carson, Alejandro E. Enriquez

ICEM 2007; 663-666doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7312

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Topics: Acceptance criteria , Containers , Corrective actions , Gases , Hydrogen , Instrumentation , Nondestructive evaluation , Packaging , Quality control , Radioactive wastes

Solid Waste Volume Reduction, Treatment, and Packaging Experience

The HRA-SOLARIUM Project: Processing of Historical Waste on the Belgoprocess Site (Belgium)—Project Description and Lessons Learned After 3 Years Operations

J. M. Cuchet, P. Luycx, M. Wathion, M. Willems, A. De Goeyse, M. Braeckeveldt

ICEM 2007; 667-673doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7026

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Topics: Human reliability analysis , Liabilities , Containers , Bearings , Clearances (Engineering) , Concretes , Decontamination , Isotopes , Nuclear energy research , Radioactive wastes

Development of a Processing and Treatment Solution for a Thoria Waste Stream

Andy Anderson, Jon Jenkins, Charles Mitchell, Richard Simmons

ICEM 2007; 675-685doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7204

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Topics: Activated carbon , Atomic, molecular, and chemical characteristics , Contamination , Grouting , Particle size , Radiation (Physics) , Solid wastes , Waste management

Radioactive Spent Resins Conditioning by the Hot Super-Compaction Process

Andreas Roth, Baudouin Centner, Alain Lemmens

ICEM 2007; 687-693doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7310

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Topics: Compacting , Resins , Drying , Acceptance criteria , Ion exchange , Nuclear power stations , Water , Asphalt , Atomic, molecular, and chemical characteristics , Bituminous materials

National and International ER Program

Remediating While Preserving Wetland Habitat at an LLR Waste Site in Canada

H. R. Kleb, R. L. Zelmer

ICEM 2007; 695-701doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7088

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Topics: Cities , Classification , Decontamination , Lakes , Minerals , Radioactive wastes , Sediments , Shorelines , Storage , Tradeoffs

European Network on the Determination of Site End Points for Radiologically Contaminated Land

Peter Booth, Chris Lennon

ICEM 2007; 703-705doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7105

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Topics: Contamination , Sustainability

Innovative Integration of Decommissioning and Deactivation Program With Soil-Groundwater Clean Up Program Has Positive Results on Budget and Schedule: A Case Study

Bruce G. Schappell, Gregory G. Rucker

ICEM 2007; 707-712doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7199

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Topics: Groundwater , Nuclear decommissioning , Soil , Regulations , Rivers

Environmental Remediation Site Characterizations, Monitoring, and Clean-up

Experience of Gamma-Locator System Using for Radiation Monitoring During Rehabilitation Works at Temporal Radwaste Storage Area of Kurchatov Institute

O. P. Ivanov, V. N. Potapov, S. M. Ignatov, S. V. Smirnov, V. E. Stepanov, A. G. Volkovich, V. G. Volkov

ICEM 2007; 713-717doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7056

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Topics: Radiation measurement , Radioactive wastes , Storage , Construction , Contamination , Performance characterization , Radioactive waste storage , Sensors

Remediation of a Uranium-Contamination in Ground Water

Joerg Woerner, Sonja Margraf, Walter Hackel

ICEM 2007; 719-725doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7270

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Topics: Contamination , Groundwater , Uranium , Wells , Water , Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry , Nuclides , Activated carbon , Fuels , Gas chromatography

Study of the Oxidation State of Arsenic and Uranium in Individual Particles From Uranium Mine Tailings, Hungary

A. Alsecz, J. Osa´n, J. Pa´lfalvi, I. Sajo´, Z. Ma´the´, R. Simon, Sz. To¨ro¨k, G. Falkenberg

ICEM 2007; 727-732doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7354

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Topics: Oxidation , Particulate matter , Uranium , Uranium mining , Water , Fluorescence , Mechanical admittance , Microbeams , Milling , Mining

Low/Intermediate Level Waste Management Posters - II

Innovative In-Situ Determination of Unsaturated Hydraulic Properties in Deep Loess Sediments in North-West Bulgaria

Dirk Mallants, Doncho Karastanev, Dimitar Antonov, Janez Perko

ICEM 2007; 733-739doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7202

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Topics: Sediments , Filters , Flow (Dynamics) , Gravel , Probes , Radioisotopes , Soil , Water , Wetting , Finite element analysis

Modelling Multi-Phase Flow Phenomena in Concrete Barriers Used for Geological Disposal of Radioactive Waste

Dirk Mallants, Diederik Jacques, Janez Perko

ICEM 2007; 741-749doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7203

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Topics: Concretes , Modeling , Multiphase flow , Radioactive wastes , Hydrogen , Water , Corrosion , Simulation , Carbon steel , Electrical conductivity

Determination of Optimum Data Points for Scaling Factor Determination

Michael Dennis T. Fernandez, Sang Chul Lee, Kun Jai Lee

ICEM 2007; 751-754doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7230

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Topics: Databases , Errors , Nuclides , Optimization , Reliability , Uncertainty

Proficiency Test for Non-Destructive Assay of 220 Litre Radioactive Waste Drums by Gamma Assay Systems

L. P. M. van Velzen, M. Bruggeman, J. Botte

ICEM 2007; 755-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7236

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Topics: Nondestructive evaluation , Radioactive wastes , Design , Testing , Gamma rays , Manufacturing , Test facilities

Development of the Sampling and Nuclide Analysis Methods for Spent HEPA Filter Wastes

Young-Yong Ji, Dae Seok Hong, Il-Sik Kang, Bum-Kyoung Seo, Jong-Sik Shon

ICEM 2007; 759-763doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7245

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Topics: HEPA filters , Nuclides , Filters , Clearances (Engineering) , Radioactive wastes , Storage , Compression , Filtration , Nuclear fuel cycle , Nuclear power

Removal of Alkaline-Earth Elements by a Carbonate Precipitation in a Chloride Molten Salt

Yung-Zun Cho, In-Tae Kim, Hee-Chul Yang, Hee-Chul Eun, Hwan-Seo Park, Eung-Ho Kim

ICEM 2007; 765-768doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7288

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Topics: Precipitation , Temperature , Separation (Technology)

Determination of ¹²⁵I and ¹³¹I in Radioisotope Wastes

Sang Hoon Kang, Ke Chon Choi, Heung N. Lee, Sun Ho Han, Kwang Yong Jee

ICEM 2007; 769-772doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7290

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Topics: Radioisotopes , Separation (Technology) , Combustion , Water , Gamma rays , Precipitation

Determination of ³⁵S in Radioisotope Wastes by a Wet Oxidation

Heung N. Lee, Sang-Hoon Kang, Hong Joo Ahn, Wook Hyun Sohn, Kwang Yong Jee

ICEM 2007; 773-775doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7291

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Topics: Oxidation , Radioisotopes , Sulfur , Nuclides , Sulfur compounds

Development of Technology for Cementation of Oil Containing LRW Using Porous Concrete

S. A. Dmitriev, A. P. Varlakov, A. V. Germanov, O. A. Gorbunova, A. S. Barinov, D. R. Vasendin

ICEM 2007; 777-780doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7292

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Topics: Concretes , Cements (Adhesives) , Oils , Petroleum , Radioactive wastes , Containers

Bonding Material Containing Ashes After Domestic Waste Incineration for Cementation of Radioactive Waste

S. A. Dmitriev, A. P. Varlakov, O. A. Gorbunova, A. E. Arustamov, A. S. Barinov

ICEM 2007; 781-784doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7295

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Topics: Ash , Bonding , Radioactive wastes , Cements (Adhesives) , Heat , Combustion , Fuels , Minerals , Slags , Containers

A Study on the Representative Sampling Survey for the Inspection of the Clearance Level for the Radioisotope Waste

Hong Joo Ahn, Ju Youl Kim, Se Chul Sohn, Kwang Yong Jee, In Koo Lee

ICEM 2007; 785-787doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7296

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Inspection , Radioisotopes , Half-life , Storage , Composite materials , Design , Quality control , Quality control charts , Radioactive substances

Electrolytic Recycling of a Carbonate Salt in a Process With a Dissolution of Spent Nuclear Fuel in a Strong Alkaline Carbonate Media

Kwang-Wook Kim, In-Tae Kim, Seong-Min Kim, Yeon-Hwa Kim, Eil-Hee Lee, Kwang-Yong Jee

ICEM 2007; 789-793doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7327

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Topics: Recycling , Spent nuclear fuels , Ions , Carbon dioxide , Metals , Radioactive wastes , Uranium

Radioactive Waste Treatment Technologies and Environment

Ja´n Horva´th, Dusan Krasny

ICEM 2007; 795-799doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7359

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Programmable controllers , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive waste processing , Vitrification

Technology for NPP Decantate Treatment Realized at Kola NPP

V. I. Kornev, S. A. Dmitriev, A. E. Savkin, D. A. Fedorov, M. R. Stakhiv, S. R. Avezniyasov

ICEM 2007; 801-804doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7383

Abstract

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Industrial wastes , Separation (Technology) , Sorbents

D&D of Non-Reactor Nuclear Facilities

Environmental Assessment of Decommissioning Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTG) in Northwest Russia

A. Hosseini, W. J. F. Standring, J. E. Brown, M. Dowdall, I. B. Amundsen

ICEM 2007; 805-808doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7059

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Topics: Generators , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioisotopes , Accidents , Radiation effects , Radioactivity

Dismantling of Alpha Contaminated Obsolete Installations and Glove Boxes on the IRMM Site in Geel (Belgium)

Pieter Cretskens, Gustaaf Melis, Koen Lenie

ICEM 2007; 809-815doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7134

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Topics: Contamination , Decontamination , Dust , Plates (structures) , Radioactive wastes , Risk , Safety

Release and Disposal of Materials During Decommissioning of Siemens MOX Fuel Fabrication Plant at Hanau, Germany

Werner Koenig, Roland Baumann

ICEM 2007; 817-823doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7205

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Topics: Fuels , Manufacturing , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes , Structures , Clearances (Engineering) , Compacting , Containment , Contamination , Melting

Open-Air Demolition of Facilities Highly Contaminated With Plutonium

E. R. Lloyd, L. C. Zinsli, M. B. Lackey, J. M. Stevens

ICEM 2007; 825-830doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7318

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Topics: Demolition , Structures , Contamination , Ceilings , Construction equipment , Decontamination , Hazards , Meteorology , Modeling , Nuclear power stations

Repository Programs: Site Selection and Characterization, Underground Research Labs, Engineering and Geological Barriers - II

Development of a Requirements Management System for Technical Decision-Making Processes in the Geological Disposal Project

Hiroyoshi Ueda, Katsuhiko Ishiguro, Kazumi Kitayama, Kiyoshi Oyamada, Shoko Sato

ICEM 2007; 831-836doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7221

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Topics: Decision making , Nuclear environmental management , Boundary-value problems , Change management , Databases , Engineering prototypes , Modeling , Radioactive wastes , User interfaces

Radioactive Waste Disposal in Germany: No Site Decision - Keeping Competence

Bernhard Kienzler, Horst Geckeis, Klaus Gompper, Reinhardt Klenze

ICEM 2007; 837-843doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7222

Abstract

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Topics: Radioactive waste disposal , Groundwater , Radioisotopes , Safety

The Strategy of the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre in the Area of High-Level Waste Form Compatibility Research

Karel Lemmens, Christelle Cachoir, Elie Valcke, Karine Ferrand, Marc Aertsens, Thierry Mennecart

ICEM 2007; 845-852doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7232

Abstract

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Topics: Nuclear research , Safety , Spent nuclear fuels , Collaboration , Concretes , Decision making , Modeling , Polishing equipment

Grimsel Test Site — Phase VI: Review of Accomplishments and Next Steps

Stratis Vomvoris, Wolfgang Kickmaier

ICEM 2007; 853-859doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7239

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Topics: Cements (Adhesives) , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Gunite , Heat , Modeling , Monitoring systems , Rocks , Testing

The Integrated Project NF-PRO: Recent Advances in European Research on the Near-Field System

Alain Sneyers, Bernd Grambow, Pedro Herna´n, Hans-Joachim Alheid, Jean-Franc¸ois Aranyossy, Lawrence Johnson

ICEM 2007; 861-866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7269

Abstract

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Topics: Spent nuclear fuels

Flow and Radionuclide Transport From Rock to Surface Systems: Characterization and Modelling of Potential Repository Sites in Sweden

Kent Werner, Emma Bosson, Sten Berglund

ICEM 2007; 867-872doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7300

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Radioisotopes , Rocks , Water , Groundwater , Safety , Deformation , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process)

Liquid Waste Treatment Process and Experience

Bioremediation of Organic Pollutants in a Radioactive Wastewater

Bilainu O. Oboirien, P. E. Molokwane, Evans M. N. Chirwa

ICEM 2007; 873-876doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7014

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Topics: Pollution , Sewage , Biodegradation , Strontium , Organic compounds , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes

Optimizing Liquid Waste Treatment Processing in PWRS: Focus on Modeling of the Variation of Ion-Exchange Resins Selectivity Coefficients

Fre´de´ric Gressier, Jan van der Lee, He´le`ne Schneider, Martin Bachet, Hubert Catalette

ICEM 2007; 877-883doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7116

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Topics: Ion exchange , Modeling , Pressurized water reactors , Resins , Waste treatment , Sorption , Cobalt , Accounting , Ions , Simulation

Reduction of Radioactive Secondary Waste With Steam Reforming in Treatment of Waste TBP/Dodecane

Tomoyuki Sone, Toshiki Sasaki, Hiromi Yamaguchi

ICEM 2007; 885-889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7144

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Topics: Steam reforming , Waste treatment , Fuel gasification , Uranium , Filters , Water , Combustion chambers , Metals , Nuclear fuels , Nuclear power

Destruction of Nuclear Organic Waste by Supercritical Water Oxidation: Scale-Up of the Process

S. Moussiere, A. Roubaud, Ch. Joussot-Dubien, H.-A. Turc, B. Fournel

ICEM 2007; 891-896doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7170

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Topics: Organic wastes , Oxidation , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Combustion , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Dimensions , Fluid dynamics

The Mochovce Final Treatment Center for Liquid Radioactive Waste Introduced to Active Trial Operation

T. Krajc, M. Stubna, K. Kravarik, M. Zatkulak, M. Slezak, V. Remias

ICEM 2007; 897-903doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7301

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Nuclear power stations , Asphalt , Bituminous materials , Pitch (Bituminous material) , Resins , Cements (Adhesives) , Containers , Grout (Mortar) , Testing

Waste Treatment by Selective Mineral Ion Exchanger

Aure´lie Polito

ICEM 2007; 905-909doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7340

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Topics: Minerals , Waste treatment , Decontamination , Design , Filtration , Inorganic compounds , Raw materials , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations , Water pollution

Decontamination and Decommissioning Posters

Making the Optimal Decsion in Selecting Protective Clothing

J. Mark Price

ICEM 2007; 911-914doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7135

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Topics: Protective clothing , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Switches , Contamination , Durability , Heat , Logistics , Maintenance , Nuclear industry

Experimental Investigation on the Volume Reduction of Irradiated Graphite Arising From the Decommissioning of KRR-2

D. G. Lee, Y. J. Cho, H. C. Yang, K. W. Lee, C. H. Jung

ICEM 2007; 915-918doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7138

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Topics: Graphite , Nuclear decommissioning , Fluidized beds , Carbon , Chemical properties , High temperature , Neutrons , Nuclear power stations , Pyrolysis , Radioactive wastes

Melting Characteristics of the Stainless Steel Generated From the Uranium Conversion Plant

W. K. Choi, P. S. Song, B. Y. Min, W. Z. Oh, C. H. Jung

ICEM 2007; 919-924doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7159

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Topics: Melting , Stainless steel , Uranium , Slags , Absorption , Decontamination , Electric arc furnaces , Aluminum , Dust , Electric arcs

Analysis on Uranium Isotope in the Facilities of Nuclear Fuel Materials Using Depleted Uranium

Jong Seon Jeon, Ki Chul Jung, Sang Gyu Park, Tae Hyun Kim, Jae Min Lee

ICEM 2007; 925-928doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7160

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Topics: Isotopes , Nuclear fuels , Uranium , Contamination , Catalysts , Concretes , Manufacturing , Percolation theory , Water

Cost Calculations at Early Stages of Nuclear Research Facilities in the Nordic Countries

Klaus Iversen, Seppo Salmenhaara, Steinar Backe, Anna Cato, Staffan Lindskog, Clas Callander, Henrik Efraimsson, Inga Andersson, Rolf Sjo¨blom

ICEM 2007; 929-937doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7168

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Topics: Nuclear research , Nuclear decommissioning , Errors , Fuels , Nuclear power stations , Nuclear reactors , Project cost estimation , Surveying , Uncertainty analysis , Uranium

A Heating Experiment in the Argillites in the Meuse/Haute-Marne Underground Research Laboratory

Yannick Wileveau, Kun Su, Mehdi Ghoreychi

ICEM 2007; 939-944doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7276

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Topics: Heating

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Process of V1 NPP Decommissioning

Igor Matejovicˇ, Vincent Pola´k

ICEM 2007; 945-952doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7299

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Resolution (Optics)

Environmental Remediation Posters

Final Covering of the Ronneburg Uranium Mining Site

Uwe Hoepfner

ICEM 2007; 953-957doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7190

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Topics: Uranium mining , Rocks , Soil , Water , Bearings , Climate , Cost benefit analysis , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Engineering simulation

The Strategy on Rehabilitation of the Former Uranium Facilities at the “Pridneprovsky Chemical Plant” in Ukraine

O. Voitsekhovich, T. Lavrora, A. S. Skalskiy, V. F. Ryazantsev

ICEM 2007; 959-963doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7196

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Topics: Uranium , Milling , Rivers , Uranium mining , Mining

Development and Performance Assessment of a Soil Washing Equipment for Soil Contaminated With Radionuclide

Gye-Nam Kim, Jei-Kwon Moon, Chong-Hun Jung

ICEM 2007; 965-969doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7198

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Topics: Radioisotopes , Soil , Cobalt , Cycles , Isotopes , Particle size , Particulate matter , Weight (Mass)

Chemical Decontamination of the Residual Heat Removal System (RHRS) of Flamanville 1

Claude Steinkuhler, Reginald Coomans, Koen Lenie

ICEM 2007; 971-975doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7349

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Topics: Decontamination , Heat , Circuits , Delays , Dosimetry , Maintenance , Cycles

Agriculture in an Area Impacted by Past Uranium Mining Activities

F. P. Carvalho, J. M. Oliveira, O. Neves, M. M. Abreu, E. M. Vicente

ICEM 2007; 977-980doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7370

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Topics: Radioisotopes , Radium , Soil , Uranium , Uranium mining

Recent Developments in ER Technologies

The State of Permanganate With Relation to In Situ Chemical Oxidation

Brenda Veronda, Matthew Dingens

ICEM 2007; 981-984doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7002

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Topics: Oxidation , Design , Explosives , Groundwater , Organic compounds , Safety , Soil

Green Remediation: Enhanced Reductive Dechlorination Using Recycled Rinsewater as Bioremediation Substrate

Gaynor Dawson, Tom McKeon

ICEM 2007; 985-991doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7090

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Topics: Atoms , Chemical kinetics , Contamination , Explosives , Food processing industry , Hydrogen , Hydrogen production , Sewage , Vegetable oils

Bioavailability and Stability of Mercury Sulfide in Armuchee (USA) Soil

Fengxiang Han, Safwan Shiyab, Yi Su, David L. Monts, Charles A. Waggoner, Frank B. Matta

ICEM 2007; 993-999doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7122

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Topics: Soil , Stability , Mercury compounds , Chemical stability , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Accumulation of Mercury in Selected Plant Species Grown in Soils Contaminated With Different Mercury Compounds

Yi Su, Fengxiang Han, Safwan Shiyab, Jian Chen, David L. Monts

ICEM 2007; 1001-1007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7123

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Topics: Mercury compounds , Soil , Brakes , Metals , Chemistry , Contamination , Microscopy , Physiology , Reflectance , Secondary cells

Advances in the Application of In Situ Electrical Resistance Heating

Gregory Beyke, Gregory J. Smith

ICEM 2007; 1009-1017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7136

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Topics: Electrical resistance , Heating , Soil , Groundwater , Temperature , Electric current , Electrodes , Heat , Organic compounds , Bubbles

Removal of Mercury From Aqueous Solutions by ETS-4 Microporous Titanosilicate: Effect of Contact Time, Titanosilicate Mass and Initial Metal Concentration

C. B. Lopes, M. Otero, Z. Lin, E. Pereira, C. M. Silva, J. Rocha, A. C. Duarte

ICEM 2007; 1019-1023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7201

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Topics: Metals , Equilibrium (Physics) , Heavy metals , Ion exchange , Sorption , Wastewater treatment , Water

Utilizing the Right Mix of Environmental Cleanup Technologies

Wade Whitaker, Chris Bergren, Mary Flora

ICEM 2007; 1025-1030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7369

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Topics: Contamination , Electrical resistance , Fracture (Process) , Groundwater , Hazardous substances , Heating , Plumes (Fluid dynamics) , Pumps , Radioisotopes , Regulations

HLW, Fissile, TRU and Spent Nuclear Fuel Short and Long-Term Issues

Turbulent Impinging Flow Simulation for High-Level Waste Storage and Processing Applications

S. Rhea, M. Fairweather

ICEM 2007; 1031-1037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7009

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Topics: Flow simulation , Storage , Turbulence , Particulate matter , Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Computational fluid dynamics , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Engineering simulation , Fluid dynamics

Development of a Computer Simulation Technique for Predicting Heat Transfer in Multiphase Liquid-Particle Flow Systems

Kevin F. Malone, Bao H. Xu, Michael Fairweather

ICEM 2007; 1039-1046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7025

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Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Particulate matter , Bulk solids , Cooling systems , Heat , Simulation , Solids , Spent nuclear fuels

Inductive Cold Crucible Melting and Characterization of Uranium and Thorium Bearing Murataite Ceramics

O. A. Knyazev, A. G. Ptashkin, S. V. Stefanovsky, M. A. Zen’kovskaya, S. V. Yudintsev, B. S. Nikonov, O. I. Stefanovsky

ICEM 2007; 1047-1053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7126

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Topics: Bearings , Ceramics , Melting , Uranium , Crystals , Computer simulation , Reflection , Transmission electron microscopy , X-ray diffraction

A National Perspective: Establishing and Implementing a Characterization Program in the U.S. for Remote-Handled Transuranic Waste

Roger Nelson, Alton D. Harris, III

ICEM 2007; 1055-1058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7129

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Waste disposal , Containers , Defense industry , Environmental Protection Agency , Hazardous wastes , Nuclear weapons , Radiation (Physics) , Waste management

Interim Storage Technology of Spent Fuel and High-Level Waste in Germany

H. Geiser, J. Schro¨der

ICEM 2007; 1059-1064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7211

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Topics: Spent nuclear fuels , Storage , Aircraft , Boiling water reactors , Pressurized water reactors , Safety , Structures , Accidents , Concretes , Containers

Application of Spent Fuel Characterization and Leaching Studies for Validating Alteration Models

Javier Quin˜ones, Joaquin Cobos Sabate, Eduardo Iglesias, Nieves Rodriguez, Aurora Marti´nez-Esparza

ICEM 2007; 1065-1069doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7243

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Topics: Spent nuclear fuels , Corrosion , Modeling , Stability , Uncertainty

Dose Rate Effects on the Accumulation of Radiation Damage

V. V. Rondinella, T. Wiss, J.-P. Hiernaut, D. Staicu

ICEM 2007; 1071-1076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7322

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Topics: Radiation damage , Storage , Damage , Alpha decay , Spent nuclear fuels , Temperature

Decommissioning Strategies and Facility Release

Lower Bound of Optimization in Radiological Protection System Taking Account of Practical Implementation of Clearance

Takatoshi Hattori

ICEM 2007; 1077-1081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7042

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Optimization , Uncertainty , Safety , Electromagnetic scattering , Errors , Gamma rays , Nuclear power , Probability , Radiation (Physics)

Pre-Decommissioning Radiological Characterization of Concrete

Sven Boden, Eric Cantrel

ICEM 2007; 1083-1088doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7044

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Topics: Concretes , Nuclear decommissioning , Radiological characterization , Decontamination , Contamination , Radioisotopes , Building materials , Clearances (Engineering) , Drilling , Gamma ray spectrometry

Final Cleanup of Buildings Within in Legacy French Research Facilities: Strategy, Tools and Lessons Learned

C. Le Goaller, C. Doutreluingne, M. A. Berton, O. Doucet

ICEM 2007; 1089-1094doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7132

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Topics: Structures , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Safety , Demolition , Gamma ray spectrometry , Nuclear power , Particulate matter , Radioactive wastes , Spectroscopy

Study for Radionuclide Transfer Ratio of Aerosols Generated During Heat Cutting

Yukihiro Iguchi, Tsutomu Baba, Hiroto Kawakami, Takashi Kitahara, Atsushi Watanabe, Mitsuhiro Kodama

ICEM 2007; 1095-1101doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7139

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Topics: Aerosols , Cutting , Heat , Radioisotopes , Filters , Fuels , Melting , Melting point , Metallic elements , Vapor pressure

Concrete Crushing and Sampling: A Methodology and Technology for the Unconditional Release of Concrete Material From Decommissioning

R. Gilis, P. Lewandowski, B. Ooms, N. Reusen, W. Van Laer, R. Walthe´ry

ICEM 2007; 1103-1107doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7237

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Topics: Concretes , Nuclear decommissioning , Demolition , Structures , Clearances (Engineering) , Decontamination , Industrial wastes , Metals , Particulate matter , Radioisotopes

In-House Developed Methodologies and Tools for Decommissioning Projects

Michel Detilleux, Baudouin Centner

ICEM 2007; 1109-1117doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7350

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Computer software , Nuclides , Algorithms , Boilers , Circuits , Computer-aided design , Heat exchangers , Nuclear research

Advanced L/ILW Conditioning Technologies

Investigation of Particle-Laden Flow in a Straight Duct Using Large Eddy Simulation

M. Fairweather, J. Yao

ICEM 2007; 1119-1124doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7029

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Topics: Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Large eddy simulation , Particulate matter , Fluids , Reynolds number , Buoyancy , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Equations of motion , Gravity (Force)

Oil Immobilization Program at Sellafield: An Innovative Approach

Helen Cassidy

ICEM 2007; 1125-1132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7065

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Topics: Acceptance criteria , Decontamination , Hazardous wastes , Polymers , Radioactive substances , Radioactive wastes , Regulations , Solidification

The Influence of Zeta Potential and Yield Stress on the Filtration Characteristics of a Magnesium Hydroxide Simulant

Simon Biggs, Rafiq Nabi, Colin Poole, Ashok Patel

ICEM 2007; 1133-1139doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7071

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Topics: Filtration , Magnesium (Metal) , Shear (Mechanics) , Yield stress

Novel Technology for Hydrothermal Treatment of NPP Evaporator Concentrates

Valentin Avramenko, Vitaly Dobrzhansky, Dmitry Marinin, Valentin Sergienko, Sergey Shmatko

ICEM 2007; 1141-1146doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7093

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Oxidation , Radioisotopes , Radioactive wastes , Cobalt , Composite materials , Cycles , Evaporation , Flow (Dynamics) , Plasmas (Ionized gases)

The Effect of Particle-Particle Interaction Forces on the Flow Properties of Silica Slurries

David Harbottle, Dominic Rhodes, Michael Fairweather, Simon Biggs

ICEM 2007; 1147-1152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7104

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Particulate matter , Slurries , Chemistry , Pipe flow , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electrolytes , Fluids , Granular materials , Non-Newtonian fluids

New Innovative Electrocoagulation (EC) Treatment Technology for BWR Colloidal Iron Utilizing the Seeding and Filtration Electronically (SAFE™) System

Mark S. Denton, William D. Bostick

ICEM 2007; 1153-1172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7186

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Topics: Boiling water reactors , Filtration , Iron , Filters , Particulate matter , Water , Condensed matter , Containers , Electrical conductivity , Fuels

The ZWILAG Interim Storage Plasma Plant: Technology to Handle Operational Waste From Nuclear Plants

Walter Heep

ICEM 2007; 1173-1178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7242

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Storage , Radioactive wastes , Alloys , Melting , Metallurgy , Optimization , Radiation (Physics) , Separation (Technology)

The Role of Tetronics Plasma Vitrification Technology in the Management and Conditioning of Nuclear Waste

David Deegan, Charlie Scales

ICEM 2007; 1179-1187doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7271

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Topics: Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Radioactive wastes , Vitrification , Cements (Adhesives) , Climate , Electric arcs , Hazardous wastes , High temperature , Liabilities , Regulatory compliance

Disposal Site and Waste Form Characterization and Performance Assessment

Modelling Approach to LILW-SL Repository Safety Evaluation for Different Waste Packing Options

Janez Perko, Dirk Mallants, Geert Volckaert, George Towler, Mike Egan, Sandi Virsˇek, Bojan Hertl

ICEM 2007; 1189-1196doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7069

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Topics: Modeling , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning) , Safety , Containers , Packaging , Resins , Nuclear decommissioning , Ion exchange , Radioisotopes

Preliminary Safety Analysis of the Baita Bihor Radioactive Waste Repository, Romania

Richard Little, Felicia Dragolici, Alex Bond, Ludovic Matyasi, Sandor Matyasi, Mihaela Naum, Ortenzia Niculae, Mike Thorne, Sarah Watson

ICEM 2007; 1197-1200doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7095

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Topics: Radioactive waste repositories , Safety , Biomedicine , Optimization , Radioactive wastes , Uncertainty

Alpha-Contaminated Solid Waste Sorting and Conditionining at Belgoprocess (Belgium): Lessons Learned From the First Three Years Operation

J. M. Cuchet, J. P. Lahaye, P. Luycx, E. Van Nueten, A. De Goeyse

ICEM 2007; 1201-1208doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7219

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Topics: Solid wastes , Manufacturing , Cements (Adhesives) , Construction , Design , Fuels , Nuclear fuel cycle , Radioactive wastes , Storage

Setup and Organisation of a NDA-System Procurement Project

John Botte, Paul Gielen

ICEM 2007; 1209-1212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7274

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Topics: Measurement systems , Mechanical engineering , Risk , Safety , Teams

Radioactive Waste From Research Institutes and General Industries

Accelerator Waste: A New Challenge for Radioanalytics

Dorothea Schumann, Michael Wohlmuther, Jo¨rg Neuhausen

ICEM 2007; 1213-1218doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7008

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Topics: Accelerator mass spectrometry , Electron beams , Half-life , Isotopes , Manufacturing , Nuclides , Proton accelerators , Radioisotopes , Separation (Technology) , Spectroscopy

Radiological Characterization of the Nuclear Waste Streams of the Belgian Nuclear Research Centre SCK•CEN

Patrick Maris, Rene´ Cornelissen, Michel Bruggeman

ICEM 2007; 1219-1223doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7249

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Topics: Nuclear research , Radioactive wastes , Radiological characterization , Nuclides , Radioisotopes , Nondestructive evaluation

Processing of Historic High Radioactive Waste Coming From Nuclear Applications

L. P. M. van Velzen, R. M. de Vos, R. Ijpelaan, R. van Tongeren, L. P. Roobol

ICEM 2007; 1225-1229doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7268

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Containers , Separation (Technology) , Design , Isotopes , Licensing , Molybdenum , Nondestructive evaluation , Storage

On-Site Characterisation, Re-Packaging and Transport of Luminised, Former Aircraft Escape Hatches

Nigel Reeves, Colette Grundy, Alex Sutherland, Gordon John, Cath Shaw, Lisa Green, Ian Beadle

ICEM 2007; 1231-1236doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7289

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Topics: Aircraft , Packaging , Containment , Construction , Containers , Contamination , Emergencies , Environmental health and safety , Governments , Health and safety

D&D Technologies

Recent Progress in Low-Level Gamma Imaging

C. Mahe´, F. Lamadie, Ph. Girones, C. Le Goaller

ICEM 2007; 1237-1242doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7046

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Topics: Imaging , Nuclear decommissioning , Gamma ray spectrometry , Nuclear power stations , Probes , Sensors

Radiological Characterization of a Vitrification Facility for Decommissioning

M. Asou, C. Le Goaller, F. Martin

ICEM 2007; 1243-1247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7070

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Radiological characterization , Vitrification , Decontamination , Gamma ray spectrometry , Imaging , Inspection , Radioactive wastes , Storage tanks

Application of Clearance Automatic Laser Inspection System to Clearance Measurement of Concrete Waste

Michiya Sasaki, Haruyuki Ogino, Takatoshi Hattori

ICEM 2007; 1249-1255doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7119

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Concretes , Inspection , Lasers , Radioisotopes , Calibration , Cements (Adhesives) , Gamma rays , Alpha decay , Evaluation methods

Evaluation of Aluminum Pit Corrosion in Oak Ridge Research Reactor Pool by Quantitative Imaging and Thermodynamic Modeling

Ping-Rey Jang, Rangaswami Arunkumar, Jeffrey S. Lindner, Zhiling Long, Melissa A. Mott, Walter P. Okhuysen, Yi Su, David L. Monts, Paula G. Kirk, John Ettien

ICEM 2007; 1257-1264doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7121

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Topics: Aluminum , Corrosion , Imaging , Modeling , Decontamination , Deformation , Diffraction patterns , Fuels , Inspection , Irradiation (Radiation exposure)

Relative Performance of a TGS for the Assay of Drummed Waste as Function of Collimator Opening

S. C. Kane, S. Croft, P. McClay, R. Venkataraman, M. F. Villani

ICEM 2007; 1265-1269doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7174

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Topics: Accuracy and precision , Containers , Data acquisition , Density , Emissions , Image reconstruction , Imaging , Instrumentation , Nondestructive evaluation , Nuclear industry

Abrasive Blasting: A Technique for the Industrial Decontamination of Metal Components and Concrete Blocks From Decommissioning to Unconditional Release Levels

R. Gilis, P. Lewandowski, B. Ooms, N. Reusen, W. Van Laer, R. Walthe´ry

ICEM 2007; 1271-1275doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7235

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Topics: Blasting , Concrete blocks , Decontamination , Metalwork , Nuclear decommissioning , Metals , Radioactive wastes , Recycling , Concretes , Containers

The Prototype Fast Reactor at Dounreay, Scotland: Process and Engineering Development for Sodium Removal

A. Mann, R. Herrick, M. Smith, B. Fletcher, J. Gunn, W. Husband

ICEM 2007; 1277-1282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7250

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Topics: Engineering prototypes , Fast neutron reactors , Sodium , Design , Construction , Damage , Nitrogen , Pumps , Temperature , Testing

An Optimized Strategy for the Management of Spent Steam Generators

Eric Cantrel, Luc Denissen, Henri Davain, Jean-Phillipe Leveau, Johan Lauwers, Thierry Gillet

ICEM 2007; 1283-1290doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7330

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Topics: Boilers , Decontamination , Evacuations , Wire , Cutting , Diamonds , Melting , Carbon steel , Circuits , Clearances (Engineering)

Contaminant Migration and Transfer Assessment

Estimating Fate and Transport of Multiple Contaminants in the Vadose Zone Using a Multi-Layered Soil Column and Three-Phase Equilibrium Partitioning Model

Gregory G. Rucker

ICEM 2007; 1291-1298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7150

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Topics: Equilibrium (Physics) , Soil , Groundwater , Agricultural pollution , Contamination , Data collection , Modeling , Water wells

Integrated Fate and Toxicity Assessment for Site Contaminants

Margaret McDonell, John Peterson, Molly Finster, R. Douglas Hildebrand

ICEM 2007; 1299-1305doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7323

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Topics: Framing (Construction) , Groundwater , Leachates , Radioisotopes , Strontium , Structural frames , Water

Reactive Transport Modelling of the Interaction of Fission Product Ground Contamination With Alkaline and Cementitious Leachates

S. Kwong, J. Small

ICEM 2007; 1307-1315doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7334

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Topics: Contamination , Leachates , Modeling , Nuclear fission , Mechanical admittance , Foundations , Groundwater , Grout (Mortar) , Nuclear decommissioning , Plumes (Fluid dynamics)

Numerical Assessment of the Origin of Deep Salinity in a Low Permeability Fractured Medium

Jordi Guimera`, Eduardo Ruiz, Miguel Luna, David Arcos, Cristina Dome`nech, Salvador Jordana, Hiromitsu Saegusa, Teruki Iwatsuki

ICEM 2007; 1317-1324doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7363

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Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Electrical conductivity , Fluids , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Groundwater , Ions , Permeability , Rocks , Seawater

Environmental Radioactivity Assessment Around Old Uranium Mining Sites Near Mangualde (Viseu), Portugal

Fernando P. Carvalho, Joa˜o M. Oliveira, Lube´lia M. Torres

ICEM 2007; 1325-1331doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7366

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Topics: Radioactivity , Radioisotopes , Soil , Uranium mining , Water

Global Partnering for World Safety and Security

Long-Term Storage Facility for Reactor Compartments in Sayda Bay: German Support for Utilization of Nuclear Submarines in Russia

Dietmar Wolff, Holger Vo¨lzke, Wolfgang Weber, Volker Noack, Gu¨nther Ba¨uerle

ICEM 2007; 1333-1340doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7083

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Topics: Storage , Underwater vehicles , Computers , Concretes , Construction , Economics , Keel , Materials research , Monitoring systems , Navy

Building Relationships With Foreign Governments in Support of Threat Reduction

George L. Cajigal

ICEM 2007; 1341-1345doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7254

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Topics: Governments , Liabilities , Regulations

Global Partnering Related to Nuclear Materials Safeguards and Security: A Pragmatic Approach to International Safeguards Work

Dennis Stanford

ICEM 2007; 1347-1356doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7261

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Topics: Security , Nuclear fuels , Teams

Siting, Design, Construction, and Operation of L/ILW Disposal Facilities

Application of FEPs Analysis to Identify Research Priorities Relevant to the Safety Case for an Australian Radioactive Waste Facility

T. E. Payne, P. J. McGlinn

ICEM 2007; 1357-1363doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7064

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Safety , Accidents , Damage , Design , Groundwater , Performance , Radioisotopes , Teams

The Environmental Constraint Needs for Design Improvements to the Saligny I/LLW-Repository Near Cernavoda NPP

Gheorghe Barariu

ICEM 2007; 1365-1374doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7082

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Topics: Design , Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Economics , Spent nuclear fuels

Planning for the Recreational End Use of a Future LLR Waste Mound in Canada: Leaving an Honourable Legacy

H. R. Kleb, R. L. Zelmer

ICEM 2007; 1375-1381doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7087

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Topics: Decontamination , Design , Diamonds , Governments , Health and safety , Radioactive wastes , Storage , Waste management

The Korean Final Repository for Low- and Intermediate-Level Radioactive Waste

Young-Ki Kim, Kwang-Hoon Koh, Sang-Sun Lee, Gi-Won Choi, Byung-Sik Lee, Heon-Woo Kwon, Hyeong-Nam Lee, Jun-Sang Yoo, Bok-Ok Park

ICEM 2007; 1383-1387doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7130

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Tunnels , Construction , Linings (Textiles) , Concretes , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Groundwater , Gunite , Nuclides

Enlargement of the Baldone Near-Surface Radioactive Waste Repository

A. Dreimanis

ICEM 2007; 1389-1396doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7165

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Topics: Construction , Education , Nuclear decommissioning , Optimization , Radiation (Physics) , Radioactive waste repositories , Radioactive wastes , Safety , Storage , Waste management

The Belgian Approach Towards the Study of the Compatibility of Eurobitum With the Geological Disposal Environment

Elie Valcke, Robert Gens

ICEM 2007; 1397-1404doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7284

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Topics: Nuclear research , Pressure , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes , Safety , Water

National and International Programs for Spent Nuclear Fuel, Fissile, TRU, and HLW Management

European Concepts for Shared Storage and Disposal Facilities for Radioactive Wastes?

Ewoud Verhoef, Hans Code´e, Vladan Sˇtefula, Charles McCombie

ICEM 2007; 1405-1409doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2007-7108

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Storage , Radioactive waste storage , Spent nuclear fuels

Key Issues Identified From Project TRU-2 on the Generic Co-Location Concept of Transuranic (TRU) Waste and High-Level Radioactive Waste (HLW) Repositories in Japan

Andrew J. Martin, <