Optimum axial flow taper in a countercurrent gas centrifuge

Abstract

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Separation of Multicomponent Isotope Mixtures by Gas Centrifuge

“…This kind of estimation is presently carried out by using two performance characteristics defined by Eqs. (48) and (49) or their equivalents, which are considered below.…”

“…This discrepancy is caused by a sharp asymmetry of distribution of the circulation flow along the rotor length. According to the results of von Halle (48), the maximum of the circulation flow is to be formed in the feed region. Then, its profile approaches that of an ideal cascade, which corresponds to the highest separation capability.…”