ASTM-E321:2012 Edition
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E321-96(2012) Standard Test Method for Atom Percent Fission in Uranium and Plutonium Fuel (Neodymium-148 Method)
Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
ASTM | 2012 | 9 |
ASTM E321-96-Reapproved2012
Historical Standard: Standard Test Method for Atom Percent Fission in Uranium and Plutonium Fuel (Neodymium-148 Method)
ASTM E321
Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of stable fission product 148Nd in irradiated uranium (U) fuel (with initial plutonium (Pu) content from 0 to 50 %) as a measure of fuel burnup (1-3).
1.2 It is possible to obtain additional information about the uranium and plutonium concentrations and isotopic abundances on the same sample taken for burnup analysis. If this additional information is desired, it can be obtained by precisely measuring the spike and sample volumes and following the instructions in Test Method E267.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
atom percent fission; neodymium-148; plutonium fuel; uranium fuel
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 27.120.30 (Fissile materials and nuclear fuel technology)
DOI: 10.1520/E0321-96R12
PDF Catalog
PDF Pages | PDF Title |
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1 | Scope Referenced Documents Summary of Test Method |
2 | Significance and Use Reagents and Materials TABLE 1 |
5 | Instrument Calibration Procedure FIG. 1 |
8 | Calculation |
9 | Precision and Bias Keywords REFERENCES TABLE 2 |