Next-Gen Nuclear Reactors Use Solar Salts to Tackle Extreme Heat Like Never Before A new multi-million dollar research effort aims to solve a central challenge for the next generation of nuclear reactors: extreme heat management. Traditional nuclear reactors have long struggled with the issue of heat dissipation, often relying on large bodies of water to […]
US’ laser-powered nuclear fusion achieves new net-positive energy records: Report
US’ Laser-Powered Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough: NIF Sets New Energy Record The National Ignition Facility (NIF) has reportedly pushed the boundaries of fusion energy and achieved a significant milestone in the realm of sustainable power generation. Recent reports indicate that the NIF, located at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California, has successfully demonstrated net-positive energy […]
US eyes 90,000 tons of nuclear waste as fresh fuel for future power reactors
US Eyes 90,000 Tons of Nuclear Waste as Fresh Fuel for Future Power Reactors The President Donald Trump-led administration in the United States is looking at ways in which the country’s 90,000 tons of nuclear waste can be repurposed as fresh fuel for future power reactors. This innovative approach is part of a broader strategy […]
Scientists discover recipe to harness Earth’s hydrogen power for 170,000 years
Scientists Discover Recipe to Harness Earth’s Hydrogen Power for 170,000 Years Over the past billion years, the Earth’s continental crust has generated a massive amount of hydrogen through the natural radioactive decay of elements like uranium and thorium. This hydrogen resource, if effectively harnessed, could potentially serve as a clean and virtually limitless source of […]
US firm to build bottle-shaped nuclear reactor with unique ‘magic-mirror’ trick
Realta Fusion: US Firm Building Bottle-Shaped Nuclear Reactor with ‘Magic-Mirror’ Trick Realta Fusion, a spin-off from the University of Wisconsin, is hopeful that it will crack the code to revolutionize nuclear reactors with its innovative bottle-shaped design and a unique ‘magic-mirror’ trick. This groundbreaking approach could potentially change the landscape of nuclear energy production as […]
US set to fast-track Utah uranium mining permit in push for domestic energy supply
US Set to Fast-Track Utah Uranium Mining Permit in Push for Domestic Energy Supply Even as the U.S. and China slashed tariffs amid a 90-day trade truce, critical minerals remain a focal point for the United States in securing its energy independence. The recent decision to fast-track a uranium mining permit in Utah underscores the […]
US plasma effect breakthrough could boost nuclear fusion reactor efficiency, lifespan
US Plasma Effect Breakthrough Could Boost Nuclear Fusion Reactor Efficiency, Lifespan Scientists at the US’ Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have unveiled a new phenomenon, “backflow stabilization,” that could revolutionize the field of nuclear fusion. This breakthrough has the potential to significantly increase the efficiency and lifespan of nuclear fusion reactors, bringing us closer to […]
China’s 102 nuclear power plants could be targets in future war, warns PLA
China’s 102 Nuclear Power Plants Could Be Targets in Future War, Warns PLA China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has voiced concern about the safety of the country’s growing nuclear power plant infrastructure. With 102 nuclear power plants in operation and more under construction, the PLA has highlighted the vulnerability of these facilities to potential attacks […]
China’s nuclear reactor sets longest operation record; generates 12.5 billion kWh
China’s Nuclear Reactor Sets Longest Operation Record; Generates 12.5 Billion kWh China has made history with Unit 1 of the Qinshan Phase III nuclear plant. On the eastern coast of China, this reactor has recently achieved a significant milestone by setting a record for the longest continuous operation of a nuclear reactor. This achievement highlights […]
Next-gen nuclear reactors get stronger shielding upgrade with breakthrough design
Next-gen Nuclear Reactors Get Stronger Shielding Upgrade with Breakthrough Design Scientists at the NEAL of the University of South China have developed a novel radiation-shielding technology that promises to revolutionize the safety and efficiency of next-generation nuclear reactors. This breakthrough design not only enhances protection against radiation leaks but also improves the overall performance of […]