The FIRE is lit: US to advance nuclear reactor design to tackle heat, improve fuel The US Department of Energy has initiated four new collaborations to address key challenges in advancing nuclear reactor designs. These collaborations aim to tackle the pressing issues of heat management and fuel enhancement, marking a significant step forward in the […]
US nuclear graveyard scanned with advanced LiDAR tech for safety, risk mapping
US Nuclear Graveyard Scanned with Advanced LiDAR Tech for Safety, Risk Mapping A team of workers from the US Department of Energy (DOE) used new imaging technology to scan the vast nuclear graveyard located in the United States. This groundbreaking approach involves the implementation of Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology to enhance safety measures […]
Mini MARVEL: First US nuclear reactor in 50 years targets remote power and heat
Mini MARVEL: First US Nuclear Reactor in 50 Years Targets Remote Power and Heat The US Department of Energy (DOE) is making strides in nuclear innovation by inviting private-sector nuclear developers to submit proposals for experiments at the Microreactor Applications Research Validation & EvaLuation (MARVEL) project. This initiative marks the first time in 50 years […]
US approves high-speed beam line to produce rare nuclear isotopes at near-light speed
US Approves High-Speed Beam Line to Produce Rare Nuclear Isotopes at Near-Light Speed The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science (DOE-SC) has recently approved funding for a groundbreaking project that is set to revolutionize the production of rare nuclear isotopes. This project involves the development of a high-speed beam line that will operate at […]