Corrosion of Zircaloy Spent Fuel Cladding in a Repository

摘要

The report is a brief review of selected aspects of corrosion and technology of zirconium and Zircaloy. Corrosion of zirconium and Zircaloy in various media is discussed as well as the susceptibility of the materials to various forms of corrosion. Recommendations are given for some areas of Zircaloy corrosion pertinent to the durability of spent fuel cladding that need further study.