xAI Receives Memphis Approval to Operate 15 Gas Turbines In a groundbreaking move towards cleaner energy practices, xAI has been granted the green light by Memphis regulators to operate 15 gas turbines within the city. This decision marks a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to revolutionize the energy sector with innovative technology and sustainable […]
US supercomputer unlocks nuclear salt reactor secrets with quantum accuracyÂ
US Supercomputer Unlocks Nuclear Salt Reactor Secrets with Quantum Accuracy Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists have used artificial intelligence to predict the behavior of molten salt in a nuclear reactor accurately. This breakthrough was made possible through the utilization of Summit, the United States’ most powerful supercomputer. The implications of this achievement are far-reaching, with […]
Nuclear-powered submarines could soon start transporting gas via Arctic for Russia
Nuclear-Powered Submarines: The Future of Gas Transportation in the Arctic for Russia Russia is advancing work on nuclear-powered, LNG-carrying submarines. The vessel will be used for the transportation of natural gas through the Arctic region, marking a significant technological leap in the energy and transportation sectors. This ambitious project highlights Russia’s commitment to innovation and […]
German firm accelerates race for world’s first nuclear fusion plant with funding boost
German Firm Accelerates Race for World’s First Nuclear Fusion Plant with Funding Boost Proxima Fusion, a start-up based in Munich, has closed its Series A financing round, securing a significant amount of funding to propel its ambitious mission forward. The company is at the forefront of the race to develop the world’s first nuclear fusion […]
US’ largest 250 MWt SMR simulator to advance nuclear engineering opens in Virginia
US’ Largest 250 MWt SMR Simulator to Advance Nuclear Engineering Opens in Virginia An Oregon-based energy firm has opened its Energy Exploration (E2) Center at George Mason University’s campus in Virginia, marking a significant milestone in the field of nuclear engineering. The center houses the largest 250 MWt Small Modular Reactor (SMR) simulator in the […]
Welsh hydropower project that prevents UK grid crashes to get 25-year-life extension
Welsh Hydropower Project Preventing UK Grid Crashes Receives 25-Year-Life Extension In 1984, the Dinorwig hydropower plant in North Wales was built to store low-cost energy generated during off-peak hours and release it during times of high demand. This innovative approach not only helped in balancing the grid but also prevented blackouts and crashes. Fast forward […]
Military to Mars: US nuclear battery firm gets funds to power space, defense missions
Military to Mars: US Nuclear Battery Firm Secures Funding for Space and Defense Missions Venture-backed startup Zeno Power announced it has raised $50 million in Series B funding. The company specializes in advanced nuclear batteries, a technology that could revolutionize power sources for space exploration and defense missions. With this significant investment, Zeno Power is […]
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 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 seeks to outpace US by fast-tracking nuclear reactor with 5x energy output
China’s Race to Dominate the Nuclear Fusion Industry with the BEST Reactor In the realm of nuclear technology, China is making bold strides towards outpacing the United States with its cutting-edge Burning Plasma Experimental Superconducting Tokamak (BEST) nuclear fusion reactor. Located in Hefei, the BEST reactor aims to revolutionize the energy sector by fast-tracking nuclear […]