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Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
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Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo (UWC 2022)
August 7–10, 2022
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
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Nuclear power resilience in a changing climate
All 92 U.S. power reactors operating today need water—in the right place and at the right time. But extreme weather events, including floods, droughts, hurricanes, and heat waves, upend expectations and demand resilience: the ability to anticipate, accommodate, and recover from adverse impacts.
Resilience was built into today’s nuclear power plants decades ago. Weather data and climate forecasts not available then can be factored into risk analysis now to ensure the plants remain resilient in a changing climate.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by OPD
Wednesday, June 16, 2021|1:15–3:00PM (2:15–4:00PM EDT)
Session Chair:
Jacopo Buongiorno
Alternate Chair:
Ashley Finan (INL)
Session Organizer:
Koroush Shirvan (MIT)
Staff Producer:
Paul LaTour (ANS)
Nuclear micro-reactors or "Nuclear Batteries" can provide near-term versatile clean energy. Their small size allows their consideration for many diverse missions and markets. The panel will explore their demonstration, deployment and market potential.
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