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