CX-012693: Categorical Exclusion Determination

Experimental Determination and Mechanistic Modeling of Used Fuel Drying by Vacuum and Gas Circulation for Dry Cask Storage – University of South Carolina CX(s) Applied: B3.6Date: 41869 Location(s): South CarolinaOffices(s): Nuclear Energy

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August 18, 2014
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Experimental Determination and Mechanistic Modeling of Used Fuel Drying by Vacuum and Gas Circulation for Dry Cask Storage – University of South Carolina
CX(s) Applied: B3.6
Date: 41869
Location(s): South Carolina
Offices(s): Nuclear Energy

The University of South Carolina will construct a mock nuclear used fuel assembly using depleted uranium. The investigation will address questions surrounding the amount, form, and location of water remaining in dry casks.

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