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Advances in Thermal Hydraulics (ATH 2024)
Technical Session|Panel
Wednesday, November 20, 2024|8:00–9:45AM EST|Coral B
Session Chair:
Robert P. Martin
Alternate Chair:
Marilyn Delgado
Session Organizer:
Jun Liao
This panel brings together experts in experimental thermal hydraulics specializing in high temperature gas cooled reactor (HTGR) technology, particularly those designs envisioned for near- and mid-term commercial deployment. Participating panelists will highlight methodologies, design of experiments, recent findings, and future research directions aimed at improving the understanding and facilitating the regulatory licensing of HTGRs. As a panel, attendees can expect a lively discussion, fostering collaboration among industry experts, regulatory bodies, and academic institutions towards accelerating the development of HTGR technology.
Herman Antwerpen
X-Energy
Claudio Filippone
HolosGen LLC
BWXT
Bob Urberger
Radiant Nuclear
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