Description

The possibility for induced fission and criticality inside the canister.

SKB Number

SKB FEP Number

F03

Main Category

Main category for FEP

Internal process

System Component

System component to which the FEP applies

Fuel/cavity in canister

Handling

Explanation of how the FEP is treated

Intact canister. Neglected since there will be insufficient amounts of moderator inside the canister prior to failure. Failed canister. Neglected since the probability is negligibly small if credit is taken for the burn-up of the fuel.

References

Bibliographic references to obtain more information

SR-Site Fuel and canister process report, TR-10-46, Section(s) 1.6, 2.1.3