The use of thorium as an alternative nuclear fuel
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Date
1982-04
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Australian Atomic Energy Commission
Abstract
The use of thorium as an alternative or supplementary nuclear fuel is examined and compared with uranium. A description of various reactor types and their suitability to thorium fuel and a description of various aspects of the fuel cycle from mining to waste disposal are included. Comments are made on the safety and economics of each aspect of the fuel cycle and the extension of the lifetime of nuclear fuel.
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Thorium reactors, Nuclear fuels, BWR type reactors, High-level radioactive wastes, Thorium carbides
Citation
Wilson, D. J. (1982). The use of thorium as an alternative nuclear fuel. (AAEC/E526). Lucas Heights, NSW: Australian Atomic Energy Commission.