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2026 ANS Annual Conference
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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 RPD
Monday, November 10, 2025|3:15–5:00PM EST|Monroe
Session Chair:
Ayman I. Hawari
Alternate Chair:
Pavel V. Tsvetkov
Session Organizer:
This panel discussion explores the transformative collaboration between academia and industry in accelerating the deployment of advanced nuclear reactors, with a focus on the Texas A&M University System’s Energy Proving Ground initiatives at the RELLIS campus. Featuring leading advanced reactor vendors, the session highlights innovative small modular reactor (SMR) technologies poised to address global energy demands. Moderated by Texas A&M University, the panel offers perspectives on fostering synergies between deployment and commercialization, research, and workforce development. Attendees will gain insights into the synergy driving next-generation nuclear solutions and their potential to reshape the energy landscape. The panel offers both a strategic industry outlook and a unique academic perspective on scaling nuclear innovation for global impact.
Edward Blanford
Kairos
Tim Frazier
Aalo Atomic
Dave O'Keefe
Terrestrial Energy
Jordan Robison
Natura Resources
David Staack
TAMU
Adam Lenarz
LastEnergy
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From Campus to the World: Academia and Industry Driving Nuclear Deployment
3:15–4:45PM EST
Ayman I. Hawari (TAMU), Pavel V. Tsvetkov (TAMU)
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