Testing in support of on-site storage of residues in the Pipe Overpack Container

Abstract

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Analysis in support of storage of residues in the pipe overpack container

“…For the top and side impact orientations the amount of energy absorbed by the CelotexB and drum can be estimated based upon results from tests performed on these containers. In the top impact scenario, the results of the dynamic crush tests performed indicated little or no plasticity within the inner pipe container (Ammerman et al, 1997a). This test involves an impact of a 500 kg plate impacting the container at a velocity of 13.4 d s .…”

“…To assure the safety of this package during storage, a series of tests and analyses have been performed subjecting the package to various hypothetical accident scenarios. The results of the tests are documented in a separate report (Ammerman, et al, 1997a). This report discusses the result of finite element modeling of other accident scenarios.…”