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ORNL–General Atomics partnership on ceramic matrix composites
A memorandum of understanding has been signed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) with the objective of working together on advanced ceramic matrix composite materials for applications in extreme environments. Materials that can withstand extreme temperatures, radiation, corrosion, and mechanical stress are required in aerospace, defense, energy, and other sectors.
According to the agreement, the San Diego–based GA-EMS will use resources from ORNL’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility to develop “scalable, efficient manufacturing techniques for extreme environment materials including precursors, fibers, composites, and coatings utilized in carbon/carbon (C/C), carbon/silicon carbide (C/SiC), and SiC/SiC composite systems.”
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by DESD
Tuesday, November 11, 2025|1:00–2:45PM EST|Cardozo
Session Chair:
Leah S. Parks
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Matt Darois
As deployment of advanced reactors accelerates, federal and state agencies are increasing efforts to “right-size” environmental reviews to match the inherent lower risk profile of these technologies. This panel will dive into key reforms aimed at streamlining environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act reviews and related consultations. Panelists will highlight how these initiatives support efficient, risk-informed licensing while upholding environmental protections and transparency in decision-making.
Nicholas McMurray
Senior Program Director for Nuclear Energy, ClearPath
Marty OâNeill
Nuclear Energy Institute
Mary Scales
INL
Matthew Aumeier
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