Tag: Nuclear Energy
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Global experts chart the future of nuclear power at U-M symposium
Building workforce will be key to growing capacity.
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Nuclear energy’s unprecedented growth: A Q&A with Todd Allen
As the U.S. sets a goal to quadruple capacity by 2050, a longtime leader in the field discusses U-M’s role in its future—and past.
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Nuclear microreactor controller offers autonomous load following
Rooted in physics, not AI, the new control algorithm autonomously adjusts reactor thermal power in high-fidelity simulations with 0.234% error while adhering to safety constraints.
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Global leadership in facilitating nuclear deployment and dialogue
Beyond research, Michigan Engineering is engaging around the world and at home to promote safe, effective adoption of nuclear energy.
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Reinforcement learning for nuclear microreactor control
A machine learning approach outcompetes the industry standard for adjusting power generation to meet demand, especially in imperfect conditions.
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Hands-on reactor research experience for students
Collaboration with Ohio State strengthens ties between institutions working to bolster U.S. nuclear expertise
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Materials for fusion reactors: U-M launches five new projects
‘Understanding the behavior of materials under extreme conditions is key to developing fusion reactors.’
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Pinpointing coal plants to convert to nuclear energy, considering both practicality and community support
The most comprehensive coal-to-nuclear analysis to date could help policymakers and utilities plan how to meet climate targets.
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US public opinion on social media is warming to nuclear energy, but concerns remain
300,000 X posts show 48 of 50 states have a more positive than negative tone about nuclear energy, with a national average at 54% positive.
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Global Fusion Forum online platform brings communities to the table
Fastest Path to Zero initiative launches platform to educate the public about fusion and invite input as the technology develops
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Neutron signatures can help safeguard thorium reactors
Researchers develop novel tools to account for nuclear materials.
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$3.4M to advance gamma-ray detector technology
Project builds on decades of advancement and a spinout company.