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Fluidized bed calcination experience with simulated commercial high-level nuclear waste

W.J. Bjorklund

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Development and testing of a pilot-scale fluidized bed calciner (1-2 MTU/day) are described. Simulated high-level liquid waste compositions representing those most likely to be generated by commercial nuclear fuel reprocessors were calcined prior to conversion to borosilicate glass forms. A new, much improved operating technique, continuous inert-bed operation (CIB), is described. 38 figures, 16 tables.

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Key concepts: Calcination, Borosilicate glass, Fluidized bed, Inert, High-level waste, Waste management, Radioactive waste, Environmental science