Based on the figure, it is evident that as tritium yield decreases, the saturation time for tritium adsorption onto core graphite increases. The data reveals that without pumping out tritium, it takes approximately 10 days for total tritium yield, 70 days for one-tenth of tritium yield, and 480 days for one percent of tritium yield to reach saturation. Conversely, if tritium is pumped out, the saturation time reduces to around 30 days for total yield and 200 days for one-tenth yield. It’s crucial to note that even after five years of operation, the saturation point is not reached for one percent tritium yield.
Overall, these findings underscore the importance of actively managing and monitoring tritium levels in nuclear systems to mitigate safety risks associated with its release.
