Description
Transformation of montmorillonite in the tunnel backfill and effects of such transformations.
SKB Number
SKB FEP Number
BfT15
Main Category
Main category for FEP
Internal process
System Component
System component to which the FEP applies
Backfill in tunnels
Handling
Explanation of how the FEP is treated
Intact canister - Resaturation/ "thermal" period. Model calculations (thermal, saturated phase; unsaturated phase disregarded).
Intact canister - Long-term after saturation and "thermal" period. Model calculations.
References
Bibliographic references to obtain more information
SR-Site Buffer, backfill and closure process report, TR-10-47, Section(s) 2.3.4, 4.4.7; SR-Site Main report, TR-11-01, Section(s) 7.4.4