Experiment 4. POPLU

POPLU deposition tunnel end plug experiment will be implemented in ONKALO demonstration area at the planned disposal depth within POPLU project jointly by Posiva and SKB.

Planning and design 2012-2013.
Construction and implementation 2013-2014.
Testing activities 2014-2015.
Reinforced low pH concrete is the main component in the wedge plug. The plug structure is a composite plug and a modified backfill section is needed behind the plug for experimental purposes. Length of the plug is 6 meters and the diameter is 5,5 meter.
POPLU and DOMPLU will be evaluated together.

This Poster can be seen at POPLU site after excavations are ready and informs visitors about Experiment details.

DOPAS POPLU POSTER ONKALO D7 8 (pdf) (3 MB)