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METHODOLOGY FOR THE TECHNICAL EVALUATION OF DISPOSAL SYSTEMS FOR GREATER-THAN-CLASS C LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):David A. Lamar, John R. Raymond
Abstract:This paper presents the methodology that will be used for the evaluation of alternative disposal concepts for Greater-Than-Class C low-…
MODELING NUCLEAR MATERIALS PROCESSES
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):C.A. Hodge, R.R. Silbar, P.D. Knudsen
Abstract:At Los Alamos National Laboratory the Technology Modeling and Analysis group is currently modeling nuclear material (NM) processing at the…
NEW DIRECTIONS FOR U.S. RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):John W. Bartlett
Abstract:Good morning. I appreciate the opportunity provided by Chairman John Lemming, Ed Johnson, and conference organizers to address this plenary…
New Trends in Safeguards Measurement Technology
Type:JNMM
Volume:18
Issue:2
Author(s):E. Arnold Hakkila
Abstract:Safeguards measurement technology in the past has concentrated on improving precision and accuracy, including making available better…
NONDESTRUCTIVE ASSAY OF PLUTONIUM BEARING SCRAP AND WASTE WITH THE ADVANCED SEGMENTED GAMMA-RAY SCANNER*
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):James Sprinkle, S.-T. Hsue, S.M. Simmonds, M.P. Kellogg
Abstract:Assaying plutonium-bearing scrap and waste (S&W) for plutonium content can be very difficult because of the heterogeneous nature of the…
NRC SAFEGUARDS EVENT LOG ANALYSIS PROGRAM
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Lance J. Lessler
Abstract:In October, 1987, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued revised regulations requiring power reactor and certain fuel cycle…
Nuclear Materials Control and Accountability Training: Future Challenge
Type:JNMM
Volume:19
Issue:1
Author(s):Harold Ransom
Abstract:Education and training efforts are expanding in the field of Nuclear Materials Control and Accountability. There are some opportunities…
OAK RIDGE VAPOR DETECTION AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Joel A. Carter, Gary L. Glish, Scott A. McKenney
Abstract:Research has been in progress for several years at Oak Ridge National Laboratory to develop vapor detection technology that has application…
ONLINE ANALYTICAL SYSTEMS FOR THE URANIUM SOLIDIFICATION FACILITY AT SRS (U)
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. R. Salaymeh, D. R. Van Hare, P. E. O'Rourke
Abstract:A new Uranium Solidification Facility (USF) is scheduled for completion in the latter pan of 1990. This facility will convert liquid uranyl…
OPTICAL SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT FOR THE LATE 1990'S
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Charles S. Johnson
Abstract:Techniques for optical surveillance and storage in the last two decades have been mainly centered first around film cameras and then around…
OPTIMIZING HIGH LEVEL WASTE FORMS DESTINED FOR DEEP GEOLOGIC DISPOSAL
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Billy Cole
Abstract:In 1982 the U.S. Congress passed the Nuclear Waste Policy Act (NWPA) which provided the framework for the management and ultimate disposal…
OSE MATERIAL CONTROL AND ACCOUNTABILITY INSPECTION RESULTS
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):K.R. Byers, Brian W. Smith, K. Coady
Abstract:The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Security Evaluations (DOE-OSE) conducts independent inspections of DOE facilities using system…
PC-BASED CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEM
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Daniel A. Christoffersen, Carl M. Clark
Abstract:The PC-based closed-circuit television (CCTV) s y s t em is a low-cost, highly functional alternativ e to conventional video system…
Performance Evaluation of Gamma Spectrometry Codes for International Safeguards
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):S. Guardini, Wayne Ruhter, M. Franklin, D. D'Adamo, G. Varasano, R. Gunnink, C. Vicini
Abstract:The PERLA laboratory of the Joint Research Centre of the Commission of the European Communities in collaboration with other research…
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF SAMPLING PLAN METHODOLOGY
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):M. Franklin
Abstract:This paper discusses the problem of improving sampling plan methodology for inventory verification. The paper focuses on the relationship…
PERFORMANCE OF NDA SYSTEMS IN ROUTINE USE AT PFPF
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):R. Abedin-Zadeh, M. Zendel, H.O. Menlove, M. Miller, Tetsuo Otani, M. Seya, S. Takahashi, B. Hassan
Abstract:A new class of nondestructive assay (NDA) systems has been installed in the automated mixed-oxide fabrication facility operated by the…
PERFORMANCE OF PROTOTYPE AUTHENT1CATJON EQUIPMENT FOR A C/S SYSTEM AT THE PLUTONIUM FUEL PRODUCTION FACILITY
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):T. Ohtani, S. Takahashi, Robert L. Martinez, C. S. Johnson, M. Seya, William R. Hale
Abstract:The Power Reactor and Nuclear Fuel Development Corporation (PNC) designed an Advanced Containment and Surveillance System (A C/S) for its…
PHYSICAL PROTECTION SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION METHODOLOGY
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Ron E. Wiles, Bill Rucker
Abstract:Sensitive installations for both private industry and government agencies require well-planned and properly implemented systems to ensure…
PHYSICAL SECURITY SYSTEMS INSPECTION TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):Kent Goodey, G.D. Wisdom
Abstract:Inspection techniques have long been a concern to those who have the responsibility for implementation as well as management and oversight…
PIDIE an overview of the Plutonium Isotopic Determination Inter-comparison Exercise by the ESARDA Working Group on Techniques and Standards for Non-Destructive Analysis.
Type:Annual Meeting Proceedings
Author(s):R.J.S. Harry
Abstract:PIDIE (Plutonium Isotopic Determination Inter-comparison Exercise) is one of the projects of the ESARDA Working Group on Techniques and…