Denver Airport Eyes Small Nuclear Reactor to Reach ‘Greenest Airport’ Goals An international airport in the United States is looking for ways to build a nuclear reactor on its premises to achieve its ambitious goal of becoming the “greenest airport” in the world. Denver International Airport (DIA) has set its sights on implementing a small […]
US engineer explores sponge-like nuclear reactor shield to resist earthquakes
Sponge-Like Nuclear Reactor Shield: Innovation Against Earthquakes A researcher in the United States is trying to develop a new technology to make nuclear reactors safer in the face of seismic activity. The innovative idea involves creating a sponge-like shield that can absorb and dissipate the energy generated by earthquakes, potentially preventing catastrophic meltdowns and radioactive […]
NASA could deploy 100-kilowatt nuclear reactor on Moon to outpace China, Russia
NASA’s Plan to Deploy 100-Kilowatt Nuclear Reactor on Moon: A Strategic Move to Outpace China and Russia Interim NASA chief Sean Duffy, who also serves as US Transportation Secretary, will reveal a groundbreaking plan that could potentially revolutionize space exploration as we know it. NASA is considering deploying a 100-kilowatt nuclear reactor on the Moon, […]
Rolls-Royce teams up for advanced modular nuclear reactors to power 3 million homes
Rolls-Royce SMR Partners with Škoda JS to Bring Advanced Modular Nuclear Reactors to Millions of Homes Rolls-Royce SMR, a leading name in the world of engineering and technology, has once again showcased its commitment to innovation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Czech firm Škoda JS. This partnership marks a significant step […]
China hits hypersonic jackpot with rare zirconium discovery in ancient lakebeds
China Hits Hypersonic Jackpot with Rare Zirconium Discovery in Ancient Lakebeds Zirconium, the metal extracted from the mineral zircon, is a high-demand product across the globe due to its versatile applications in various industries such as aerospace, nuclear reactors, and jewelry. Recently, China made a groundbreaking discovery of rare zirconium deposits in ancient lakebeds, propelling […]
World’s largest nuclear reactor gets powerful exhaust to endure asteroid-level heat
World’s Largest Nuclear Reactor Gets Powerful Exhaust to Endure Asteroid-Level Heat A prototype of an outer vertical target for the ITER fusion reactor’s divertor has been developed to withstand temperatures that could match those experienced during the impact of an asteroid. The divertor is a crucial component of the reactor responsible for extracting the extreme […]
US ditches steel in first nuclear reactor parts, turning to cutting-edge 3D printing
US Embraces Cutting-Edge 3D Printing Over Steel in Nuclear Reactor Parts Manufacturing A novel construction method is taking shape in East Tennessee, where massive, custom-printed molds are revolutionizing the production of nuclear reactor parts. The United States is leading the charge in embracing 3D printing technology to create intricate components for its first-of-its-kind nuclear reactor. […]
Turning mercury into gold? Nuclear reactor may revive ancient dream of alchemy
Turning Mercury into Gold? Nuclear Reactor May Revive Ancient Dream of Alchemy Ever since the discovery of alchemy, or since humans thought gold was a precious object, there has been a fascination with the idea of turning base metals like mercury into gold. While alchemy is often viewed as a mystical and pseudoscientific pursuit, recent […]
Scientists bombard super alloy at 1112°F to test nuclear reactor resilience
Researchers at the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) are studying a special type of material called a super alloy, designed to withstand extreme conditions within nuclear reactors. In a recent groundbreaking experiment, scientists at CNL bombarded this super alloy at a scorching temperature of 1112°F to test its resilience under intense heat and pressure. Super alloys […]
Canada’s 300 MW nuclear reactor to get turbine, generator to power 300,000 homes
Canada’s 300 MW Nuclear Reactor to Power 300,000 Homes: A Leap Towards Sustainable Energy The GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy BWRX-300 small modular reactor (SMR) project in Canada will revolutionize the country’s energy landscape. With the installation of a turbine and generator, this 300 MW nuclear reactor is set to power 300,000 homes, marking a […]