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ANS panel discussion looks at nuclear’s place in maritime, energy, medicine, space
The applications of nuclear energy extend beyond providing power to the electrical grid. Advanced nuclear technologies may soon have new applications in oil and gas facilities, in hospitals and clinics, on the open seas, and on the moon.
A June 1 executive session, “How Nuclear Technologies will Shape the Future Energy Economy,” at the American Nuclear Society’s Annual Conference allowed experts have an open discussion on the future of nuclear advancements in multiple sectors.
D. M. Ligon, R. H. Brogli
Nuclear Technology | Volume 48 | Number 3 | May 1980 | Pages 261-272
Technical Paper | Fuel Cycle | doi.org/10.13182/NT80-A32472
Articles are hosted by Taylor and Francis Online.
The economic feasibility of an international symbiotic nuclear system, based on the concept of comprehensive energy parks, is examined as one approach to meet global energy needs. The system relies heavily on the utilization of breeders as 233U fuel factories and advanced converters as 233U consumers. This combination provides attractive proliferation resistance by the operation of a relatively small number of reactors fueled with potential weapons material inside secured areas.