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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
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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2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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New edition of IAEA’s Climate Change and Nuclear Power available
The 2024 edition of Climate Change and Nuclear Power has been released by the International Atomic Energy Agency. The 99-page report focuses on the need for a significant increase in investment to achieve goals for expanding nuclear power.
The report: According to the IAEA, the report delves into the financing of nuclear projects as ambitious climate targets draw nearer. It also explores the imperative for financial frameworks to help nuclear energy become a cornerstone of global decarbonization efforts and highlights the challenges and best practices in financing nuclear projects.
Technical Session
Monday, May 9, 2022|4:00–6:00PM EDT|Vanda
Session Chair:
Todd Tofil (NASA)
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Sebastian Corbisiero (INL)
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The Hypatia Experiment Thermal Simulation
Mikaela Blood (LANL), Holly Tellue (LANL), Theresa Cutler (LANL)
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Neutronics and Heat-Transfer Analysis of a Compact kW-Class Moderated Spectrum Reactor
Vedant K. Mehta (LANL), Aditya P. Shivprasad (LANL), Dasari V. Rao (LANL)
The Transition of KRUSTY to a 50-kWe Kilopower System
David Poston (Space Nuclear Power Corp.), Marc Gibson (Space Nuclear Power Corp.), Patrick McClure (Space Nuclear Power Corp.)
Hydrogen Loss from Clad Metal Hydride Moderators
A.P. Shivprasad (LANL), Erik Luther (LANL), D. V. Rao (LANL)
Space Nuclear Power Technologies for Robotic and Human Missions
Anthony Calomino (NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate), Lindsey Holmes (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Samantha Austin (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.)
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