journal article·2026-09

Multiscale modelling of crystalline swelling-driven triple-pore evolution in bentonite buffer for HLRW disposal

Wen-jie Dai, Yong-gui Chen, Yu-cheng Li, Zhao Sun, Wei-min Ye, Jing-li Xie, Sheng-fei Cao, Zhen-yu Yin

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