New Technique Cranks Up the Heat to Make Nuclear Fuel Safer
A tiny “suspended bridge” method measures heat in nuclear fuel, helping make reactors safer and more efficient.
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Extreme heat is a necessity for next-generation nuclear reactors, and finding the right sensors to withstand it is crucial.
The recent sediment retrieval smashed the previous record of less than 10 feet.
Now that the slides and rafts passed their tests, the EV will move on to more testing and commissioning.