An optimization methodology for heterogeneous minor actinides transmutation

In the case of a closed fuel cycle, minor actinides transmutation can lead to a strong reduction in spent fuel radiotoxicity and decay heat. In the heterogeneous approach, minor actinides are loaded in dedicated targets located at the core periphery so that long-lived minor actinides undergo fission...

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Main Authors: Kooyman Timothée, Buiron Laurent, Rimpault Gérald
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2018-01-01
Series:EPJ Nuclear Sciences & Technologies
Online Access:https://www.epj-n.org/articles/epjn/full_html/2018/01/epjn170034/epjn170034.html