11:20 AM - 11:35 AM
[2H07] In situ Diffusion Experiment for siliceous mudstone at the Horonobe URL
Keywords:Horonobe Underground Research Laboratory, siliceous mudstone, in situ experiments, diffusion, sorption
It is necessary to clarify the mass transport behavior in a deep underground natural barrier, for improving the reliability of safety assessment of high-level radioactive waste disposal. In situ mass transport experiments are being conducted for fractures and rock matrices at the G.L. -350 m gallery in the Horonobe Underground Research Laboratory (URL). This study reports an overview and preliminary results of in situ diffusion experiments for rock matrices.