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Process for solidifying radioactive waste

US4622175A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 25, 1983
Grant dateNov 11, 1986
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Expiry dateMar 25, 2003

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG21F9/302
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A process for solidifying a radioactive waste by using an alkali silicate composition prepared by using as silicate source amorphous reactive silica obtained from acid earth by acid treatment as solidifying agent can give a solidified body excellent in weather resistance for a long period of time and excellent in resistance to leaching of radioactive materials with a low cost.

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