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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
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India’s PFBR attains criticality at last
Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed it “a proud moment for India” when on April 6 the 500-MWe, sodium-cooled Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) achieved initial criticality. This milestone, which comes some 22 years after the continually delayed PFBR project began, marks India’s entrance into the second stage of its three-stage nuclear program, which has the ultimate goal of supporting the country’s nuclear power program with its significant thorium reserves.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Innovation Roles for Nuclear
Tuesday, August 8, 2023|3:30–5:00PM EDT|Banyan 1
Session Chairs:
Mark Campagna
Tim Crook (Blue Wave Labs)
Track Organizer:
Ken Lowery, P.E. (Southern Nuclear)
Knowledge Manager:
Mikayla Florez
This panel will address several cutting edge nuclear industry developments based upon both new NPP modifications recently undertaken/planned and adjacent government innovations (e.g., AI/DX) - that have excellent potential as compelling value propositions. Utility, AE/EPCs, and nuclear plant OEMs will be presenting these latest innovations. Topics will include New Energy Storage techniques, Utility innovations in the DX/AI arena, EPRI Projects, Advancements in new reactor construction techniques and adjacent USG agencies use of analogous operations/ Maintenance methods available NOW for NPPs.
Captain USN (Ret) - Moderator
Corey Stansbury
Westinghouse
Morgan Schadegg
ScottMadden
Taylor Smith
Comanche Peak
Ryan Reinke
Sargent Lundy (S&L)
Tim Crook
Blue Wave AI Labs
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