UID:
almahu_9948025991802882
Format:
1 online resource (789 p.)
ISBN:
1-84569-542-9
Series Statement:
Woodhead Publishing series in energy ; no. 9
Content:
Geological disposal has been internationally adopted as the most effective approach to assure the long-term, safe disposition of the used nuclear fuels and radioactive waste materials produced from nuclear power generation, nuclear weapons programs, medical, treatments, and industrial applications. Geological repository systems take advantage of natural geological barriers augmented with engineered barrier systems to isolate these radioactive materials from the environment and from future populations.Geological repository systems for safe disposal of spent nuclear fuels and radioactive
Note:
Description based upon print version of record.
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pt. I. Introduction to geological disposal of spent nuclear fuels and radioactive waste -- pt. II. Geological repository systems : characterisation, site surveying and construction technologies and techniques -- pt. III. Engineered barrier systems for geological repositories : containment materials and technology -- pt. IV. Performance assessment, expert judgement and knowledge management for geological repository systems -- pt. V. Radiation protection, regulatory methodologies environmental monitoring and social engagement for geological repository systems.
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English
Additional Edition:
ISBN 1-84569-978-5
Language:
English
