Description
The effects of radioactive decay, mainly alpha decay and build-up of helium in the fuel, on the physical and chemical behaviour of the fuel over long time periods.
SKB Number
SKB FEP Number
F07
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. Not relevant.
Failed canister. Negligible for the fuel types and burn-up relevant for SR-Site.
References
Bibliographic references to obtain more information
SR-Site Fuel and canister process report, TR-10-46, Section(s) 1.6, 2.4.2