Behaviour of metallic seals in CASTOR casks under normal and accident conditions of transport: qualification requirements

Abstract

This paper presents several BAM requirements for a sealing qualification process for metallic seals in transport casks. On qualification tests performed by GNS, advice will be given for the implementation of necessary investigations. This paper shows the results of special research by GNS which were used as proof concerning tightness behaviour of seals with aluminium and silver outer jackets under the influence of mechanical loading, particles and corrosion.

Keywords:

• TRANSPORT CASK
• SEAL
• LEAK TIGHTNESS
• ACCIDENT
• QUALIFICATION PROGRAM