China’s Hualong One Emerges as the Leader in Third-Generation Nuclear Reactor Designs China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) reports that the nation’s Hualong One third-generation nuclear reactor has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the most deployed design of its kind worldwide. This feat underscores China’s commitment to advancing nuclear technology and meeting its energy […]
Amazon ropes in global giants to build nuclear reactors for AI data centers
Amazon Ropes in Global Giants to Build Nuclear Reactors for AI Data Centers Amazon has partnered with X-energy, Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP), and Doosan Enerbility to revolutionize the way data centers are powered. The tech giant is known for its innovative approach to sustainable energy solutions, and this latest venture is no exception. […]
US firm’s first-of-its-kind nuclear reactor gets funding boost to power data centers
US firm’s first-of-its-kind nuclear reactor gets funding boost to power data centers Advanced nuclear firm Aalo Atomics announced it has secured $100 million in new capital, propelling its groundbreaking nuclear reactor technology closer to reality. This significant funding boost is set to revolutionize the way data centers are powered, offering a clean, efficient, and reliable […]
Denver airport eyes small nuclear reactor to reach ‘greenest airport’ goals
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. […]