Learning Outcomes
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
- Apply simple models to estimate the inventory of selected fission products and actinide species in irradiated reactor fuel, and compare calculated values with actual tabulated data.
- Describe the procedures and facilities for storing irradiated fuel on-site, including both wet and dry storage methods.
- Identify the radiological hazards associated with fuel storage, including loss of shielding, criticality, and gaseous fission product release.
- Outline the arrangements for transporting irradiated fuel off-site, including flask design and regulatory requirements.
- Perform simple calculations to determine dose rates from irradiated nuclear fuel under normal and abnormal conditions.