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ASME 2013 15th International Conference on Environmental Remediation and Radioactive Waste Management

September 8–12, 2013

Brussels, Belgium

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ISBN:

978-0-7918-5602-4

In This Volume

Facility Decontamination and Decommissioning (50)
Environmental Remediation (26)
Environmental Management/Public Involvement/Crosscutting Issues/Global Partnering (16)

Volume 2: Facility Decontamination and Decommissioning; Environmental Remediation; Environmental Management/Public Involvement/Crosscutting Issues/Global Partnering

Facility Decontamination and Decommissioning

Waste Management Strategy for Cost Effective and Environmentally Friendly NPP Decommissioning

Per Lidar, Niklas Bergh, Arne Larsson, Gunnar Hedin

ICEM 2013; V002T03A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96006

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View Articletitled, Waste Management Strategy for Cost Effective and Environmentally Friendly NPP Decommissioning

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Waste management , Risk , Clearances (Engineering) , Contamination , Delays , Recycling , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

The Regulatory Framework for Safe Decommissioning of Nuclear Power Plants in Korea

Sangmyeon Ahn, Jungjoon Lee, Chanwoo Jeong, Kyungwoo Choi

ICEM 2013; V002T03A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96014

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View Articletitled, The Regulatory Framework for Safe Decommissioning of Nuclear Power Plants in Korea

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Safety , Accidents , Construction , Emergency preparedness , Engineering standards , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011

French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission Decommissioning Programme and Feedback Experience

Philippe Guiberteau, Jean-Guy Nokhamzon

ICEM 2013; V002T03A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96016

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View Articletitled, French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission Decommissioning Programme and Feedback Experience

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Topics: Feedback , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations , Engineering prototypes , Nuclear industry

A Matrix-Inversion Method for Gamma-Source Mapping From Gamma-Count Data

Ian Adsley, Richard K. Bull, Claire Burgess

ICEM 2013; V002T03A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96017

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View Articletitled, A Matrix-Inversion Method for Gamma-Source Mapping From Gamma-Count Data

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Topics: Fuels , Scintillation counters , Sensors , Sodium , Springs , Uncertainty

γ Dose Rate Estimation and Operation Management Suggestions for Decommissioning the Reactor Pressure Vessel of HTR-PM

Sheng Fang, Hong Li, Jianzhu Cao, Wenqian Li, Feng Xie, Jiejuan Tong

ICEM 2013; V002T03A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96018

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View Articletitled, γ Dose Rate Estimation and Operation Management Suggestions for Decommissioning the Reactor Pressure Vessel of HTR-PM

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Reactor vessels , China , Cooling , Design , High temperature , Radiation (Physics)

Decommissioning the Belgonucleaire Dessel MOX Plant: Presentation of the Project and Situation End August 2013

J. M. Cuchet, H. Libon, C. Verheyen, J. Bily, S. Boden, F. Joffroy, R. Walthéry

ICEM 2013; V002T03A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96020

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View Articletitled, Decommissioning the Belgonucleaire Dessel MOX Plant: Presentation of the Project and Situation End August 2013

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Fuels , Bearings , Cutting , Feedback , Leadership , Licensing , Light water reactors , Radiation (Physics) , Safety

The Simulation of Decontamination Works in Premises of the Research Reactor in NRC “Kurchatov Institute”

Alexey Danilovich, Oleg Ivanov, Victor Potapov, Sergey Smirnov, Vyacheslav Stepanov

ICEM 2013; V002T03A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96022

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View Articletitled, The Simulation of Decontamination Works in Premises of the Research Reactor in NRC “Kurchatov Institute”

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Topics: Decontamination , Simulation , Radiation (Physics) , Radioisotopes

Impact of Recent Developments on the Status of Commercial Nuclear Power and Reactor Decommissioning in the United States

Jas S. Devgun

ICEM 2013; V002T03A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96038

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View Articletitled, Impact of Recent Developments on the Status of Commercial Nuclear Power and Reactor Decommissioning in the United States

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power , Accidents , Energetics , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011

The Development of Non Destructive Remote Measurement Method of Concrete Contamination

V. E. Stepanov, V. N. Potapov, O. P. Ivanov

ICEM 2013; V002T03A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96047

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View Articletitled, The Development of Non Destructive Remote Measurement Method of Concrete Contamination

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Topics: Concretes , Contamination , Background radiation , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Radioisotopes , Sensors , Weight (Mass)

Graphite Waste Pit Cleanup

Valérie Thiebaut, Jean-Luc Gerber

ICEM 2013; V002T03A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96049

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View Articletitled, Graphite Waste Pit Cleanup

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Topics: Graphite , Storage , Decontamination , Dust , Fuels , Gas cooled reactors , Magnesium (Metal) , Nuclear reactors , Pumps , Robotics

Cleansing and Dismantling of CEA-Saclay Nuclear Licensed Facilities

Michel Jeanjacques, Isabelle Delaire, Rebecca Glévarec, Lionel Mandard, Jean-Louis Martin, Roger Serrano

ICEM 2013; V002T03A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96052

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View Articletitled, Cleansing and Dismantling of CEA-Saclay Nuclear Licensed Facilities

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Topics: Solid waste management , Waste treatment facilities , Workshops (Work spaces)

Radiological Characterization Methods Specifically Applied to the Preparation of the Dismantling of PHENIX Fast Reactor

J. Venara, M. Ben Mosbah, C. Mahé, M. Masson, J. L. Paul

ICEM 2013; V002T03A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96061

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View Articletitled, Radiological Characterization Methods Specifically Applied to the Preparation of the Dismantling of PHENIX Fast Reactor

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Topics: Fast neutron reactors , Radiological characterization , Gamma ray spectrometry , Imaging , Neutrons , Breeder reactors , Computer software , Decontamination , Engineering prototypes , Fuels

Plant Security During Decommissioning; Challenges and Lessons Learned From German Phase Out Decision

Andrea Renner, Markus Esch

ICEM 2013; V002T03A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96072

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View Articletitled, Plant Security During Decommissioning; Challenges and Lessons Learned From German Phase Out Decision

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Security , Spent nuclear fuels , Licensing , Radioactive substances , Risk , Design , Nuclear power stations , Regulations , Structures

Remediation of Subsurface and Groundwater Contamination With Uranium From Fuel Fabrication Facilities at Hanau (Germany)

Olaf Nitzsche, Stefan Thierfeldt, Lothar Hummel

ICEM 2013; V002T03A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96073

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View Articletitled, Remediation of Subsurface and Groundwater Contamination With Uranium From Fuel Fabrication Facilities at Hanau (Germany)

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Topics: Contamination , Fuels , Groundwater , Manufacturing , Uranium , Soil , Clearances (Engineering) , Building materials , Conveyor systems , Drilling

Decommissioning for the Containment Vessel of HTR-PM: Monte Carlo Simulation and Long-Time Predictions

Wenqian Li, Hong Li, Jianzhu Cao, Ming Li, Feng Xie, Sheng Fang

ICEM 2013; V002T03A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96078

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View Articletitled, Decommissioning for the Containment Vessel of HTR-PM: Monte Carlo Simulation and Long-Time Predictions

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Topics: Containment vessels , Nuclear decommissioning , Simulation , China , Concretes , Construction , Design , Engineering standards , High temperature , Particulate matter

Using Probabilistic Criteria in an Assessment of the Potential Radiological Consequences of the Decommissioning of a Nuclear Research Reactor

Christian Wallner, Anna-Maria Rall, Severin Thummerer

ICEM 2013; V002T03A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96085

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View Articletitled, Using Probabilistic Criteria in an Assessment of the Potential Radiological Consequences of the Decommissioning of a Nuclear Research Reactor

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear research , Nuclear power stations , Accidents , Design , Radiation (Physics) , Risk , Safety , Licensing , Regulations

Characterization of Beta Emitters for Decommissioning

Pascal Fichet, Anumaija Leskinen, Sylvie Guegan, Florence Goutelard

ICEM 2013; V002T03A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96087

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View Articletitled, Characterization of Beta Emitters for Decommissioning

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Radioactive wastes , Building materials , Contamination , Imaging , Nuclear power , Phosphors , Pyrolysis , Radioisotopes

Characterising Nuclear Simulant Suspensions In Situ With an Acoustic Backscatter System

Jaiyana Bux, Timothy N. Hunter, Neepa Paul, Jonathan M. Dodds, Jeffrey Peakall, Simon R. Biggs

ICEM 2013; V002T03A018https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96088

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View Articletitled, Characterising Nuclear Simulant Suspensions <em>In Situ</em> With an Acoustic Backscatter System

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Topics: Acoustics , Backscattering , Slurries , Storage tanks

A Reform in the Helium Purification System of the HTR-10: γ Dose Rate Measurement and Suggestions for Decommissioning

Feng Xie, Hong Li, Jianzhu Cao, Suyuan Yu, Liguo Zhang, Wenqian Li, Sheng Fang

ICEM 2013; V002T03A019https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96095

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View Articletitled, A Reform in the Helium Purification System of the HTR-10: γ Dose Rate Measurement and Suggestions for Decommissioning

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Topics: Helium , Nuclear decommissioning , Dust , Filters , High temperature , China , Decontamination , Nuclides , Pipes , Radiation (Physics)

Development of Evaluation Models of Manpower Needs for Dismantling the Dry Conversion Process-Related Equipment in Uranium Refining and Conversion Plant (URCP)

Sari Izumo, Hideo Usui, Mitsuo Tachibana, Yasuyuki Morimoto, Nobuo Takahashi, Takashi Tokuyasu, Yoshio Tanaka, Noritake Sugitsue

ICEM 2013; V002T03A020https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96097

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View Articletitled, Development of Evaluation Models of Manpower Needs for Dismantling the Dry Conversion Process-Related Equipment in Uranium Refining and Conversion Plant (URCP)

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Topics: Uranium , Project management , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power

A Reductive Dissolution Study of Magnetite

Hui-Jun Won, Jung-Soon Park, Chong-Hun Jung, Sang-Yoon Park, Wang-Kyu Choi, Jei-Kwon Moon

ICEM 2013; V002T03A021https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96101

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View Articletitled, A Reductive Dissolution Study of Magnetite

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Topics: Magnetite , Decontamination , Ions , Copper , Temperature , Stainless steel

Characterisation of MR Reactor Pond in NRC “Kurchatov Institute” Before Dismantling Work

Alexey Stepanov, Yury Simirsky, Ilya Semin, Anatoly Volkovich, Victor Potapov, Vyacheslav Stepanov

ICEM 2013; V002T03A022https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96112

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View Articletitled, Characterisation of MR Reactor Pond in NRC “Kurchatov Institute” Before Dismantling Work

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Topics: High pressure (Physics) , Radioactive wastes , Radioisotopes , Storage , Water

The Spectrometric Determination of the Individual Exposure Rate for Gamma Nuclides From an Environmental Radiation Detector

Young-Yong Ji, Kun Ho Chung, Wanno Lee, Doo-Won Park, Mun-Ja Kang

ICEM 2013; V002T03A023https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96136

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View Articletitled, The Spectrometric Determination of the Individual Exposure Rate for Gamma Nuclides From an Environmental Radiation Detector

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Topics: Background radiation , Nuclides , Sensors , Computational methods , Calibration , Radioactive substances , Spectroscopy

The Conceptual Solutions Concerning Decomissioning and Dismantling of Russian Civil Nuclear Powered Ships

Konstantin N. Kulikov, Rinat A. Nizamutdinov, Andrey N. Abramov

ICEM 2013; V002T03A024https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96138

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View Articletitled, The Conceptual Solutions Concerning Decomissioning and Dismantling of Russian Civil Nuclear Powered Ships

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Topics: Ships , Icebreakers , Nuclear decommissioning , Radiation (Physics) , Storage , Contamination , Economic analysis , Ocean liners , Optimization , Radioactive wastes

Calculation of the Dose Load During Dismantling of Large Components in the Process of Decommissioning of Nuclear Installations

Martin Hornacek, Vladimir Necas, Peter Bezak

ICEM 2013; V002T03A025https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96141

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View Articletitled, Calculation of the Dose Load During Dismantling of Large Components in the Process of Decommissioning of Nuclear Installations

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Stress , Boilers , Decontamination , Computers , Nuclear power stations

How an Integrated Change Programme Has Accelerated the Reduction in High Hazard Nuclear Facilities at Sellafield

Angela Mackintosh

ICEM 2013; V002T03A026https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96168

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View Articletitled, How an Integrated Change Programme Has Accelerated the Reduction in High Hazard Nuclear Facilities at Sellafield

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Topics: Hazards , Nuclear power stations , Nuclear decommissioning , Risk , Governments , Waste management

Calculation of the Nuclear Material Inventory in a Sealed Vault by 3D Radiation Mapping

Ian Adsley, Yevgeniy Tur, Alexander Klepikov, David Wells

ICEM 2013; V002T03A027https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96172

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View Articletitled, Calculation of the Nuclear Material Inventory in a Sealed Vault by 3D Radiation Mapping

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Topics: Breeder reactors , Concretes , Drilling , Fingerprints , Fuels , Governments , Manipulators , Radiation (Physics) , Radioisotopes , Roofs

Decommissioning of Magnox Ltd Fuel Cooling Pond Facilities in the UK

Carlo Bertoncini

ICEM 2013; V002T03A028https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96173

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View Articletitled, Decommissioning of Magnox Ltd Fuel Cooling Pond Facilities in the UK

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Topics: Cooling , Fuels , Nuclear decommissioning , Demolition , Drainage , Nuclear power stations , Pressure , Sewage treatment , Spent nuclear fuels , Storage

Activities ONDRAF/NIRAS Related to the Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities

J. Cantarella, R. Simenon, M. Braeckeveldt

ICEM 2013; V002T03A029https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96174

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View Articletitled, Activities ONDRAF/NIRAS Related to the Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Biomedicine , Decontamination , Databases , Demolition , Failure , Information processing systems , Maintenance , Radioactive waste processing

From Passive Storage to Daily Waste Retrieval; Changing the Working Culture at Sellafield’s Pile Fuel Storage Pond

Derek Carlisle

ICEM 2013; V002T03A030https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96207

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View Articletitled, From Passive Storage to Daily Waste Retrieval; Changing the Working Culture at Sellafield’s Pile Fuel Storage Pond

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Topics: Fuel storage , Storage , Innovation , Manufacturing , Nuclear decommissioning , Spent nuclear fuels

Know-How and Experience of the Decommissioning of the Eurochemic Reprocessing Plant

W. Notelteirs, B. Ooms, T. Huys

ICEM 2013; V002T03A031https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96209

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View Articletitled, Know-How and Experience of the Decommissioning of the Eurochemic Reprocessing Plant

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Concretes , Decontamination , Blasting , Demolition , Metalwork , Radioactive wastes

Dismantling the Nuclear Research Reactor Thetis

P. Michiels

ICEM 2013; V002T03A032https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96210

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View Articletitled, Dismantling the Nuclear Research Reactor Thetis

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Topics: Circuits , Construction , Contamination , Control rooms , Cooling , Fuels , Graphite , Isotopes , Neutron sources , Neutrons

Prediction of Radiation Doses During the Dismantling of the Pressurized Tank From Emergency Core Cooling System of RBMK-1500 Reactor

A. Simonis, P. Poskas, G. Poskas

ICEM 2013; V002T03A033https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96220

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View Articletitled, Prediction of Radiation Doses During the Dismantling of the Pressurized Tank From Emergency Core Cooling System of RBMK-1500 Reactor

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Topics: Emergency core cooling systems , Radiation (Physics) , Aerosols , Modeling , Safety , Computers , Corrosion , Cutting , Flow (Dynamics) , Nuclear decommissioning

Possibilities of Soil Washing for Decontamination at Belgoprocess

Wouter Aerts, Thomas De Bruecker, Anna Lytek

ICEM 2013; V002T03A034https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96221

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View Articletitled, Possibilities of Soil Washing for Decontamination at Belgoprocess

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Topics: Decontamination , Soil , Particle size , Radioisotopes , Sands , Collaboration , Contamination , Gamma ray spectrometry , Isotopes , Nuclear decommissioning

Jose Cabrera Dismantling and Decommissioning Project

Manuel Ondaro

ICEM 2013; V002T03A035https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96227

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View Articletitled, Jose Cabrera Dismantling and Decommissioning Project

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Spent nuclear fuels , Construction , Containment , Decontamination , Demolition , Fuels , Maintenance , Pressurized water reactors

Surface and Subsurface Decontamination Technology

Matt Tuck, Beth Wray, Mark Musgrave

ICEM 2013; V002T03A036https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96230

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View Articletitled, Surface and Subsurface Decontamination Technology

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Topics: Decontamination , Concretes , Metals , Acceptance criteria , Bricks , Environmental remediation , Industrial research , Porous materials , Radioisotopes , Safety

Geostatistical Mapping of Cs-137 Contamination Depth in Building Structures by Integrating ISOCS Measurements of Different Spatial Supports

B. Rogiers, S. Boden, D. Jacques

ICEM 2013; V002T03A037https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96234

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View Articletitled, Geostatistical Mapping of Cs-137 Contamination Depth in Building Structures by Integrating ISOCS Measurements of Different Spatial Supports

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Topics: Contamination , Decontamination , Gamma ray spectrometry , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes , Waste reduction

Application of PHADEC Method for the Decontamination of Radioactive Steam Piping Components

R. Lo Frano, F. Pilo, D. Aquaro

ICEM 2013; V002T03A038https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96252

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View Articletitled, Application of PHADEC Method for the Decontamination of Radioactive Steam Piping Components

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Topics: Decontamination , Pipes , Steam , Iron , Nuclear power stations , Radioactivity , Clearances (Engineering) , Contamination , Geometry , High pressure (Physics)

Improvements Realized on the Cryogenic Solution Called NiThrow™

Laurent Objois, Fabrice Moggia, Valérie Toulemonde, Thierry Varet, Frédéric Richard, Fernand Benchikhoune

ICEM 2013; V002T03A039https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96281

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View Articletitled, Improvements Realized on the Cryogenic Solution Called NiThrow™

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Topics: Collaboration , Concretes , Cutting , Decontamination , Design , Dosimetry , Insulation , Low temperature , Manufacturing , Nitrogen

Application of Underwater Spectrometric System for Survey of Ponds of the MR Reactor (NRC Kurchatov Institute)

Vyacheslav Stepanov, Victor Potapov, Alexey Safronov, Sergey Smirnov

ICEM 2013; V002T03A040https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96286

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View Articletitled, Application of Underwater Spectrometric System for Survey of Ponds of the MR Reactor (NRC Kurchatov Institute)

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Topics: Construction , Containers , Materials science , Nuclear fuels , Radiation (Physics) , Radioisotopes , Sensors , Storage

Metallic Surfaces Decontamination by Using LASER Light

Fabrice Moggia, Xavier Lecardonnel

ICEM 2013; V002T03A041https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96301

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View Articletitled, Metallic Surfaces Decontamination by Using LASER Light

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Topics: Decontamination , Lasers , Metal surfaces , Blasting , Disks , Electromagnetic scattering , Ice , Inks , Nuclear industry , Paints

Belgian Regulatory Framework for Decontamination and Decommissioning: Lessons Learned and New Initiatives

Joris Creemers, Gilles Hermans, Virginie Schrayen, Frederik Van Wonterghem, An Wertelaers, Manfred Schrauben

ICEM 2013; V002T03A042https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96305

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View Articletitled, Belgian Regulatory Framework for Decontamination and Decommissioning: Lessons Learned and New Initiatives

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Topics: Decontamination , Nuclear decommissioning , Safety , Radioactive wastes , Nuclear power stations , Fuels , Feedback , Fuel management , Licensing , Manufacturing

D & D Activities of Tecnubel in Belgium and Abroad

Koen Lenie, Marc Vandorpe, Guido Mulier

ICEM 2013; V002T03A043https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96311

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View Articletitled, D & D Activities of Tecnubel in Belgium and Abroad

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Topics: Circuits , Contamination , Decontamination , Inspection , Maintenance , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear power stations , Radiation (Physics) , Radioactive wastes , Risk

Management of the Decommissioning of the Thetis Reactor

Luc Ooms, Patrick Maris, Luc Noynaert

ICEM 2013; V002T03A044https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96314

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View Articletitled, Management of the Decommissioning of the Thetis Reactor

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Computer software , Circuits , Graphite , Licensing , Spent nuclear fuels , Asbestos removal , Ceilings , Contamination , Decontamination

DASAO: Software Tool for the Management of Safeguards, Waste and Decommissioning

Luc Noynaert, Isi Verwaest, Henri Libon, Jean-Marie Cuchet

ICEM 2013; V002T03A045https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96317

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View Articletitled, DASAO: Software Tool for the Management of Safeguards, Waste and Decommissioning

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Topics: Computer software , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes , Databases , Safety , Decontamination , Demolition , Fuels , Manufacturing , Nuclear power stations

Progress on the Decommissioning of Zion Nuclear Generating Station

B. P. Moloney, J. Hess

ICEM 2013; V002T03A046https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96321

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View Articletitled, Progress on the Decommissioning of Zion Nuclear Generating Station

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Power stations , Fuel storage , Fuels , Image segmentation , Pressurized water reactors , Control systems , Cranes , Inspection , Leadership

Decommissioning of the Hematite Former Fuel Cycle Facility Using a Decision Flow Logic Based Work Control Process

Keith D. Anderson

ICEM 2013; V002T03A047https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96345

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View Articletitled, Decommissioning of the Hematite Former Fuel Cycle Facility Using a Decision Flow Logic Based Work Control Process

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear fuel cycle , Contamination , Natural resources , Risk , Safety , Security , Uranium

Unique and Massive Chernobyl Cranes for Deconstruction Activities in the New Safe Confinement

N. A. (Vijay) Parameswaran, Igor Chornyy, Rob Owen, François de Saint Victor

ICEM 2013; V002T03A048https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96346

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View Articletitled, Unique and Massive Chernobyl Cranes for Deconstruction Activities in the New Safe Confinement

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Topics: Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Cranes , Nuclear decommissioning , Construction , Containment , Decontamination , Design , Earthquakes , Nuclear fuels , Nuclear power stations

The Involvement of SCK•CEN in Decommissioning Projects

Luc Noynaert, Jérôme Dadoumont, René Cornelissen, Kurt Van den Dungen

ICEM 2013; V002T03A049https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96351

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View Articletitled, The Involvement of SCK•CEN in Decommissioning Projects

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Decontamination , Pressurized water reactors , Concretes , Cutting , Fuels , Liabilities , Nuclear power , Nuclear research , Radiation (Physics)

Bayesian Analysis of Energy and Count Rate Data for Detection of Low Count Rate Radioactive Sources

John Klumpp

ICEM 2013; V002T03A050https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96357

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View Articletitled, Bayesian Analysis of Energy and Count Rate Data for Detection of Low Count Rate Radioactive Sources

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Topics: Accounting , Algorithms , Machine learning , Radiation (Physics) , Radiation detectors , Sensors , Signals , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Statistics

Environmental Remediation

Integrated Systems-Based Approach to Monitoring Environmental Remediation

Michael J. Truex, Amoret L. Bunn, Mart Oostrom, K. C. Carroll, Dawn M. Wellman

ICEM 2013; V002T04A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96010

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View Articletitled, Integrated Systems-Based Approach to Monitoring Environmental Remediation

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Topics: Contamination , Design , Environmental remediation , Flow (Dynamics) , Groundwater , Nuclear weapons , Plumes (Fluid dynamics) , Resolution (Optics) , Risk , Risk reduction

Deep Vadose Zone Remediation: Technical and Policy Challenges, Opportunities, and Progress in Achieving Cleanup Endpoints

D. M. Wellman, M. D. Freshley, M. J. Truex, M. H. Lee

ICEM 2013; V002T04A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96011

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View Articletitled, Deep Vadose Zone Remediation: Technical and Policy Challenges, Opportunities, and Progress in Achieving Cleanup Endpoints

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Topics: Modeling , Regulations , Resource allocation , Risk

Remediation Strategy, Capping Construction and Ongoing Monitoring for the Mill Tailings Pond, Ningyo-Toge Uranium Mine, Japan

Hiroshi Saito, Tomihiro Taki

ICEM 2013; V002T04A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96021

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View Articletitled, Remediation Strategy, Capping Construction and Ongoing Monitoring for the Mill Tailings Pond, Ningyo-Toge Uranium Mine, Japan

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Topics: Construction , Uranium mining , Mining , Water , Water treatment , Earthquakes , Environmental remediation , Maintenance , Polishing equipment , Pollution

Distribution of Radioactive Cesium in Trees and Effect of Decontamination of Forest Contaminated by the Fukushima Nuclear Accident

K. Iijima, H. Funaki, T. Tokizawa, S. Nakayama

ICEM 2013; V002T04A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96113

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View Articletitled, Distribution of Radioactive Cesium in Trees and Effect of Decontamination of Forest Contaminated by the Fukushima Nuclear Accident

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Topics: Decontamination , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Accidents , Contamination , Cutting , Earthquakes , Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations , Roads , Structures

Remediation of Uranium Impacted Sediments in a Watercourse

Eugene Shephard, Nelson Walter, Heath Downey, Peter Collopy, John Conant

ICEM 2013; V002T04A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96115

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View Articletitled, Remediation of Uranium Impacted Sediments in a Watercourse

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Topics: Sediments , Uranium , Springs , Construction , Demolition , Dewatering , Flow (Dynamics) , Governments , Nuclear fuel cycle , Packaging

Effects of Precipitation on Surface-Scan Gamma Ray Survey Results: Case Study

N. Dorrell

ICEM 2013; V002T04A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96120

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View Articletitled, Effects of Precipitation on Surface-Scan Gamma Ray Survey Results: Case Study

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Topics: Gamma rays , Precipitation , Uranium

Waste Handling and Storage in the Decontamination Pilot Projects of JAEA for Environments of Fukushima

S. Nakayama, K. Kawase, K. Iijima, M. Kato

ICEM 2013; V002T04A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96129

Abstract

View Articletitled, Waste Handling and Storage in the Decontamination Pilot Projects of JAEA for Environments of Fukushima

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Topics: Decontamination , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Storage , Waste handling , Containers , Drainage , Accidents , Boundary-value problems , Cycles , Earthquakes

Demonstration Test Results of Organic Materials’ Volumetric Reduction Using Bio-Ethanol, Thermal Decomposition and Burning

Akihiro Tagawa, Masahisa Watanabe

ICEM 2013; V002T04A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96133

Abstract

View Articletitled, Demonstration Test Results of Organic Materials’ Volumetric Reduction Using Bio-Ethanol, Thermal Decomposition and Burning

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Topics: Combustion , Ethanol , Decontamination , Radioactive substances , Biomass , Contamination , Energy budget (Physics) , Energy generation , Energy resources , Exhaust systems

Efficient and Compact Mobile Equipment Based on the New RADEON-NWM Technology to Process Liquid Radioactive Wastes Resulted From the Accidents of the Nuclear Installations

Gagik Martoyan, Garik Nalbandyan, Lavrenti Gagiyan, Gagik Karamyan, Gagik Brutyan

ICEM 2013; V002T04A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96139

Abstract

View Articletitled, Efficient and Compact Mobile Equipment Based on the New RADEON-NWM Technology to Process Liquid Radioactive Wastes Resulted From the Accidents of the Nuclear Installations

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Topics: Accidents , Radioactive wastes , Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Nuclear reactors , Radioactive waste processing , Trucks

Ultratrace Determination of Strontium-90 in Environmental Soil Samples From Qatar by Collision/Reaction Cell-Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (CRC-ICP-MS/MS)

S. H. Al-Meer, M. A. Amr, A. I. Helal, A. T. Al-Kinani

ICEM 2013; V002T04A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96160

Abstract

View Articletitled, Ultratrace Determination of Strontium-90 in Environmental Soil Samples From Qatar by Collision/Reaction Cell-Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (CRC-ICP-MS/MS)

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Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Mass spectrometry , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Soil , Strontium

NORM – Contaminated Iodine Production Facilities Decommissioning in Turkmenistan: Experience and Results

Alexander Gelbutovskiy, Peter Cheremisin, Alexander Egorov, Alexander Troshev, Mikhail Boriskin

ICEM 2013; V002T04A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96177

Abstract

View Articletitled, NORM – Contaminated Iodine Production Facilities Decommissioning in Turkmenistan: Experience and Results

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Production facilities , Containers , Logistics , Minerals , Transportation systems , Water

Site Remediation Techniques in India: A Review

Anomitra Banerjee, Miller Jothi

ICEM 2013; V002T04A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96215

Abstract

View Articletitled, Site Remediation Techniques in India: A Review

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Topics: Developing nations , Fuels , Hazardous wastes , Nuclear fuel cycle , Nuclear power stations , Soil , Water

Gunnar Uranium Mine Environmental Remediation: Northern Saskatchewan

Joe Muldoon, Tamara Yankovich, Laurier L. Schramm

ICEM 2013; V002T04A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96223

Abstract

View Articletitled, Gunnar Uranium Mine Environmental Remediation: Northern Saskatchewan

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Topics: Environmental remediation , Uranium mining , Rocks , Structures , Governments , Lakes , Licensing , Safety , Demolition , Hazards

Agricultural Land Management Options Following Large-Scale Environmental Contamination: Evaluation for Fukushima Affected Agricultural Land

Hildegarde Vandenhove

ICEM 2013; V002T04A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96231

Abstract

View Articletitled, Agricultural Land Management Options Following Large-Scale Environmental Contamination: Evaluation for Fukushima Affected Agricultural Land

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Topics: Contamination , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Accidents , Radioisotopes , Soil , Chain , Countermeasures , Food products , Nuclear power stations

General Approach to the Long-Term Management at a Former Radium Production Site in Olen, Belgium

Emma Dorado Lopez, Peter D. Preter

ICEM 2013; V002T04A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96237

Abstract

View Articletitled, General Approach to the Long-Term Management at a Former Radium Production Site in Olen, Belgium

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Radium , Sustainability

Remediation of Uranium In-Situ Leaching Area at Stráž pod Ralskem, Czech Republic

Vojtěch Vokál, Jiří Mužák, Vladimír Ekert

ICEM 2013; V002T04A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96247

Abstract

View Articletitled, Remediation of Uranium In-Situ Leaching Area at Stráž pod Ralskem, Czech Republic

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Topics: Groundwater , In situ processing (Mining) , Uranium

Experiences With New Neutralization Technologies for Remediation After ISL Mining of Uranium in Stráž pod Ralskem

Veronika Sedláková, Ludvík Kašpar, Tomáš Týkal

ICEM 2013; V002T04A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96248

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experiences With New Neutralization Technologies for Remediation After ISL Mining of Uranium in Stráž pod Ralskem

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Topics: Uranium mining

Regulatory Framework for NORM Residues in Belgium

S. Pepin, B. Dehandschutter, A. Poffijn, M. Sonck

ICEM 2013; V002T04A018https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96249

Abstract

View Articletitled, Regulatory Framework for NORM Residues in Belgium

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Topics: Acceptance criteria , Background radiation , Building materials , Project tasks , Radiation (Physics) , Recycling , Regulations , Sanitary landfills , Surveillance , Waste treatment facilities

The Art and Power of Data Imaging

Jeffrey W. Lively

ICEM 2013; V002T04A019https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96256

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Art and Power of Data Imaging

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Topics: Imaging , Statistics , Computation , Computer software , Computer technology , Computers , Physicists , Resolution (Optics) , Satellites , Uncertainty

Progress With Nuclear Energy Agency Task Group on Nuclear Site Restoration

Marie-Anne Berton, Julian Cruickshank, Catherine Ollivier-Dehaye, Horst Monken-Fernandes, Peter Orr

ICEM 2013; V002T04A020https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96265

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View Articletitled, Progress With Nuclear Energy Agency Task Group on Nuclear Site Restoration

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Topics: Nuclear power , Nuclear decommissioning , Liabilities , Agricultural pollution , Groundwater , Leakage , Quality management , Risk

Preparation Methods of Copper-Ferrocyanide Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles for Selective Removal of Cesium in Aqueous Solution

Hee-Man Yang, Kune Woo Lee, Bum-Kyoung Seo, Jei Kwon Moon

ICEM 2013; V002T04A021https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96302

Abstract

View Articletitled, Preparation Methods of Copper-Ferrocyanide Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles for Selective Removal of Cesium in Aqueous Solution

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Topics: Copper , Nanoparticles , Magnetite , Ethyl compounds , Magnets , Separation (Technology)

Brennilis Decommissioning: The Case of the Treatment Station and the Discharge Channel Remediation

Catherine Ollivier Dehaye, Gilles Pellenz

ICEM 2013; V002T04A022https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96315

Abstract

View Articletitled, Brennilis Decommissioning: The Case of the Treatment Station and the Discharge Channel Remediation

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Topics: Nuclear decommissioning , Engineering prototypes , Heavy water reactors

The Phytoremediation of Radioactively Contaminated Land: A Feasible Approach or Just Bananas?

Victoria A. Nesbitt

ICEM 2013; V002T04A023https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96318

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Phytoremediation of Radioactively Contaminated Land: A Feasible Approach or Just Bananas?

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Topics: Contamination , Nuclear industry , Nuclear power stations , Performance , Soil , Stability , Surface roughness

Feasibility Study on Phytoremediation Techniques for Soil Contaminated by the Fukushima Dai-Ichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident

Yuu Ishimori, Akihiro Sakoda, Mina Yamada, Yuko Makino, Satoshi Yamada, Hideyasu Fujiyama

ICEM 2013; V002T04A024https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96319

Abstract

View Articletitled, Feasibility Study on Phytoremediation Techniques for Soil Contaminated by the Fukushima Dai-Ichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident

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Topics: Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Nuclear reactor accidents , Soil , Water , Absorption , Accidents , Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations

Prioritization of Remedial Actions for Radioactive Waste Burials in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone

Ian Crossland

ICEM 2013; V002T04A025https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96355

Abstract

View Articletitled, Prioritization of Remedial Actions for Radioactive Waste Burials in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone

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Topics: Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Radioactive wastes , Accidents , Decision making , Hazards

Enhanced Phytoextraction of Cadmium and Zinc Using Rapeseed

M. Ghani, S. V. Slycken, E. Meers, F. M. G. Tack, F. Naz, S. Ali

ICEM 2013; V002T04A026https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96362

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View Articletitled, Enhanced Phytoextraction of Cadmium and Zinc Using Rapeseed

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Topics: Biomass , Fertilizer application , Metals , Soil , Soil remediation , Sulfur

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Improving the Environmental Sustainability of a Waste Processing Plant

Tom Turner, Stuart Watson

ICEM 2013; V002T05A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96030

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View Articletitled, Improving the Environmental Sustainability of a Waste Processing Plant

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Topics: Sustainability , Solid waste management , Transparency

Monitoring Critical Facilities by Using Advanced RF Devices

Hanchung Tsai, Yung Y. Liu, James Shuler

ICEM 2013; V002T05A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96032

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View Articletitled, Monitoring Critical Facilities by Using Advanced RF Devices

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Topics: Accidents , Batteries , Computer software , Contamination , Damage , Disasters , Evacuations , Explosions , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Hardware

Stakeholder Opinions on the Use of the Added Value Approach in Siting Radioactive Waste Management Facilities

Matti Kojo, Phil Richardson

ICEM 2013; V002T05A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96068

Abstract

View Articletitled, Stakeholder Opinions on the Use of the Added Value Approach in Siting Radioactive Waste Management Facilities

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Nuclear environmental management , Radioactive waste disposal , Safety

D&D Knowledge Management Information Tool: A Web Based System Developed to Share D&D Knowledge Worldwide

L. Lagos, H. Upadhyay, P. Shoffner

ICEM 2013; V002T05A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96075

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View Articletitled, D&D Knowledge Management Information Tool: A Web Based System Developed to Share D&D Knowledge Worldwide

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Topics: Knowledge management , Collaboration , Economics , Nuclear decommissioning , Regulations , Risk , Rivers

The US DOE EM International Program

Rosa R. Elmetti, Ana M. Han, Jay A. Roach

ICEM 2013; V002T05A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96076

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View Articletitled, The US DOE EM International Program

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Topics: Collaboration , Governments , Groundwater , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear energy research , Nuclear weapons , Risk reduction , Soil remediation

Investigation of Processing Advanced Waste Forms in Cold Crucible Induction Melter Systems

Jay A. Roach

ICEM 2013; V002T05A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96077

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View Articletitled, Investigation of Processing Advanced Waste Forms in Cold Crucible Induction Melter Systems

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Topics: Electromagnetic induction , Ceramics , Glass , Iron , Modeling , Borosilicate glasses , Collaboration , Drainage , Heat resistant glass , Joules

The DOE Fellows Program: A Workforce Development Initiative for the US Department of Energy

Leonel E. Lagos

ICEM 2013; V002T05A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96089

Abstract

View Articletitled, The DOE Fellows Program: A Workforce Development Initiative for the US Department of Energy

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Topics: Workforce development , Students , Mentoring , Engineers , Governments , Internships , Environmental remediation , Mathematics , Nuclear energy research , Nuclear power

Public Involvement on Closure of Asse II Radioactive Waste Repository in Germany

Beate Kallenbach-Herbert

ICEM 2013; V002T05A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96090

Abstract

View Articletitled, Public Involvement on Closure of Asse II Radioactive Waste Repository in Germany

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Topics: Collapse , Floods , Inflow , Non-governmental organizations , Radioactive substances , Radioactive waste disposal , Radioactive waste repositories , Safety

On Evaluation of Assessments of Accruals of Future Dismantling Costs

Bea Labor, Staffan Lindskog

ICEM 2013; V002T05A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96100

Abstract

View Articletitled, On Evaluation of Assessments of Accruals of Future Dismantling Costs

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Topics: Accounting , Delays , Energy generation , Energy resources , Energy sustainability , Environmental health and safety , Liabilities , Nuclear decommissioning , Nuclear fuels , Nuclear power

Potential Scenarios for Broadening Stakeholder Involvement in the Implementing Geological Disposal Technology Platform

Meritxell Martell, Anne Bergmans

ICEM 2013; V002T05A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96151

Abstract

View Articletitled, Potential Scenarios for Broadening Stakeholder Involvement in the Implementing Geological Disposal Technology Platform

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Topics: Industrial research , Negotiation , Radioactive wastes

The Perspective Awareness Model: Eliciting Multiple Perspectives to Formulate High Quality Decisions

Laurel Boucher

ICEM 2013; V002T05A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96157

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Perspective Awareness Model: Eliciting Multiple Perspectives to Formulate High Quality Decisions

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Topics: Environmental remediation , Radioactive wastes , Teams

Third National Inventory of Nuclear Liabilities: Main Findings, Lessons Learned

Jacques Cantarella, Brigitte Roger

ICEM 2013; V002T05A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96270

Abstract

View Articletitled, Third National Inventory of Nuclear Liabilities: Main Findings, Lessons Learned

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Topics: Liabilities , Governments , Radioactive substances , Nuclear decommissioning , Radioactive wastes

Rocky Flats Closure Project: Lessons Learned in Worker Stakeholder Engagement

Laura Sweeney, Robert E. Mazur, Martin Edelson

ICEM 2013; V002T05A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96327

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View Articletitled, Rocky Flats Closure Project: Lessons Learned in Worker Stakeholder Engagement

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Topics: Decision making , Defense industry , Green technology , Health and safety , Nuclear weapons , Regulations

Elements of a Strong and Healthy Interagency Partnership

Laurel Boucher

ICEM 2013; V002T05A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96334

Abstract

View Articletitled, Elements of a Strong and Healthy Interagency Partnership

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Governments

Risk Reporting in the Chinese News Media in Response to Radiation Threat From the Fukushima Nuclear Reactor Crisis

Wen Wang

ICEM 2013; V002T05A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96360

Abstract

View Articletitled, Risk Reporting in the Chinese News Media in Response to Radiation Threat From the Fukushima Nuclear Reactor Crisis

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Topics: Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Nuclear radiation , Nuclear reactors , Radiation (Physics) , Risk

Social Scientist on Board in Long-Term Management of High Level and/or Long-Lived Radioactive Waste in Belgium

C. Parotte

ICEM 2013; V002T05A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEM2013-96369

Abstract

View Articletitled, Social Scientist on Board in Long-Term Management of High Level and/or Long-Lived Radioactive Waste in Belgium

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Topics: Radioactive wastes , Decision making , Students , Dimensions , Locks (Waterways) , Nuclear environmental management , Reflection , Transparency

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