ANALYSIS OF OPTIONS FOR FURTHER MANAGEMENT OF SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL FROM THE BN-350 REACTOR FACILITY
Abstract
The paper analyzes the options for further management of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) from the BN-350 reactor facility, which was in operation from 1973 to 1999. Based on the established international experience, recommendations of international organizations and requirements of national legislation, as well as the technologies currently available, possible scenarios for the management of the spent nuclear fuel from the BN-350 reactor facility, including the long-term storage, processing and direct disposal, have been considered. The paper is oriented at forming the recommendations for developing a further strategy for the SNF management in the Republic of Kazakhstan, taking into account long-term safety.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Nuclear and radioactivity studies
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nuclear technology
radiation studies
Nuclear reactor physics and engineering
Publication details
- Journal / source
- NNC RK Bulletin
- Publisher
- Republican State Enterprise "National Nuclear Center of the Republic of Kazakhstan"
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 228–235
- Publication date
- 25 April 2026