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Method of processing radioactive waste

US4710318A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 31, 1985
Grant dateDec 1, 1987
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Expiry dateJul 31, 2005

Classification

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

Abstract

This invention relates to a method of processing radioactive waste, comprising the steps of converting organic radioactive waste into inorganic waste, pulverizing the inorganic waste, and solidifying the pulverized product with an inorganic hardening agent. According to the present invention, a solidified body having money-saving characteristics and a high volume reducing effect and capable of standing all kinds of weather condition excellently for a long period of time can be obtained.

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