Options for Expanding Conversion of Russian Highly Enriched Uranium
This technical report explores the cost and schedules associated with potential approaches to accelerate and expand the blend-down of Russian highly enriched uranium.
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- Highly enriched uranium (HEU)
- Highly enriched uranium (HEU): Refers to uranium with a concentration of more than 20% of the isotope U-235. Achieved via the process of enrichment. See entry for enriched uranium.