Decarburication of Uranium Via Electron Beam Processing
Abstract
For many commercial and military applications, the successive Vacuum Induction Melting of uranium metal in graphite crucibles results in a product which is out of specification in carbon. The current recovery method involves dissolution of the metal in acid and chemical purification. This is both expensive and generates mixed waste. A study was undertaken at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to investigate the feasibility of reducing the carbon content of uranium metal using electron beam techniques. Results will be presented on the rate and extent of carbon removal as a function of various operating parameters.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 23, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA362955
Entities
People
- R. H. Mckoon
Organizations
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory