Improved leach resistance of FLiBe by conversion to a substituted fluorapatite

• DOI: 10.1016/j.nme.2022.101223
• Publication Date: 2022-07-14T17:29:45Z
• Authors: Luis H. Ortega; Richard J. Living...; Sean M. McDeavitt
• Keywords: Fluorapatite

Considerable work is focused on the development of molten salt fueled nuclear reactors. The treatment spent fuel in these systems has unique waste management issues. These typically halogen-based salts are known to be water soluble various degrees. In addition leachability issues, radiolysis may destabilize when they solid form. FLiBe, a favored candidate for fluoride-salt-fueled reactor applications, presents significant challenges. Conversion FLiBe fluorapatite an effective means stabilize improved long-term stability and storage.