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Team brings quantum computing into FLiBe chemistry calculations
Researchers have reported using a combination of quantum and classical computing to calculate chemistry connected to tritium speciation in a FLiBe—lithium fluoride and beryllium fluoride—molten salt blanket, demonstrating a promising direction for unlocking tritium breeding in fusion machines.
International Conference on Physics of Reactors 2022 Plenary SPeaker
GEHSenior Product Manager
Derek Bass (GEH) is the Senior Product Manager for the Natrium product line at GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy. In this role he is responsible for ensuring that the right features are being built for the Natrium product based on analysis of direct customer feedback, customer behavior, policy drivers, and technical constraints. Preceding his current role, Derek led GEH integrated plant engineering supporting the partnership with TerraPower in developing Natrium. Derek’s primary expertise is thermal hydraulic analysis, plant architecture and requirements management.
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