Conversion of U-238 and Th-232 Using a Fusion Neutron Source

摘要: This article proposes a general framework for the conversion of U-238 and Th-232 utilizing fusion-produced neutrons. recognizes that emerging fusion technologies may not produce sufficient net energy output to justify stand-alone applications, yet be commercially viable breeder transmutation or hybrid fusion-fission reactor concepts proposed herein dispose nuclear wastes long life high radioactive fission products remaining in shutdown power plants. Results show this could achievable within decade, given an appropriate source. However, if 20% beryllium nuclei density is added convertor blanket, efficiency process can significantly increased. Also, neutron spectrum resulting from dense D-D plasma core much softer than D-T source, hence probability (n, p) α) backward decay reaction paths will smaller elevated.