Evaluation of bentonite-graphite (B-G) mixture homogeneity using visible-near infrared spectroscopy and its impact on B-G buffer block manufacturability.

The homogeneity of bentonite-graphite (B-G) mixtures is essential for the performance of engineered barrier systems in high-level radioactive waste (HLW) repositories. Uniform graphite distribution enhances thermal conductivity while maintaining the…

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