Journal article
Spent nuclear fuel interim dry storage; Design requirements, most common methods, and evolution: A review
Abstract
This review discusses the importance of interim dry storage of spent nuclear fuel. It addresses the requirements to achieve safe and efficient enclosure of spent nuclear fuel assemblies, including providing adequate radiation shielding, maintaining sub criticality, and achieving reliable and efficient decay heat removal process throughout the entire storage period. The review also covers the evolution regarding the dry storage casks and …
Authors
El-Samrah MG; Tawfic AF; Chidiac SE
Journal
Annals of Nuclear Energy, Vol. 160, ,
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
9 2021
DOI
10.1016/j.anucene.2021.108408
ISSN
0306-4549