Nuclear technology

Deep Isolation Announces Agreement with Dominion Engineering, Inc. to Cooperate in Developing Nuclear Waste Disposal Technology

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Radioactive waste, Nuclear physics, Nuclear technology, Energy technology, Nuclear fuels, Nuclear reprocessing, Hazardous waste, Spent nuclear fuel, High-level waste, Nuclear reactor, Nuclear power in the United States, Nuclear power debate

"DEI\'s reputation for delivering innovative services and technologies that enhance the safety and integrity of nuclear fuel is wholly consistent with our own objectives of delivering safe disposal solutions.

Key Points: 
  • "DEI\'s reputation for delivering innovative services and technologies that enhance the safety and integrity of nuclear fuel is wholly consistent with our own objectives of delivering safe disposal solutions.
  • By working with DEI\'s established clients and active operations globally, we have an opportunity to assist them in developing a comprehensive strategy for the disposal of spent fuel and high-level waste.
  • "\nFounded in 1980, DEI provides technical consulting services, field services and technology for the full life cycle of nuclear reactors and nuclear waste management installations.
  • DEI\'s Smart-SipTM technology is an industry-leading vacuum sipping technology that ensures the integrity of nuclear fuel assemblies before they are reloaded to a nuclear reactor or transferred to a storage or disposal canister.

Westinghouse Grows CANDU Capabilities

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 3, 2021
Nuclear technology, Candu, CANDU reactor, Westinghouse, Pressurized water reactor, Westinghouse Electric Company

The acquisition will further expand Westinghouse\'s CANDU capabilities, enabling the company to deploy its expertise to CANDU reactor operators worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition will further expand Westinghouse\'s CANDU capabilities, enabling the company to deploy its expertise to CANDU reactor operators worldwide.
  • It also brings a unique combination of tooling and nuclear plant design to Westinghouse customers.\n"We are always looking to bring our customers the most innovative and customized solutions," said Patrick Fragman, Westinghouse President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • I look forward to our future as part of Westinghouse, and I am excited to see what we can accomplish together.
  • Westinghouse supplied the world\'s first commercial pressurized water reactor in 1957 in Shippingport, Pa., U.S. Today, Westinghouse technology is the basis for approximately one-half of the world\'s operating nuclear plants.

Final module placed for Vogtle 3 & 4 project

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 26, 2021
Nuclear energy in the United States, Nuclear technology, Energy, Nuclear power by country, AP1000, Nuclear energy in Bulgaria, Nuclear energy in China, Nuclear energy in the United Kingdom, Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, Passive nuclear safety

The placement also represents the last major crane lift at the project site.\nThe Passive Containment Cooling Water Storage Tank, known as CB-20, is a major part of the AP1000 reactor\'s advanced passive safety system.

Key Points: 
  • The placement also represents the last major crane lift at the project site.\nThe Passive Containment Cooling Water Storage Tank, known as CB-20, is a major part of the AP1000 reactor\'s advanced passive safety system.
  • These systems use only natural forces such as gravity, natural circulation and compressed gas to achieve their safety function.
  • Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D.
  • Georgia Power expressly disclaims any obligation to update any forwardlooking information.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/final-module-placed-for-vogtle-3...\n'

Vogtle Unit 3 begins Hot Functional Testing

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 26, 2021
Georgia Power, Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, Software testing, Functional testing, Energy development, Nuclear technology, Energy, Construction

b'ATLANTA, April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power today announced that hot functional testing has begun for Vogtle Unit 3.

Key Points: 
  • b'ATLANTA, April 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power today announced that hot functional testing has begun for Vogtle Unit 3.
  • Hot functional testing marks the last series of major tests underway for the new nuclear unit ahead of initial fuel load.
  • The testing represents a significant step towards operations and providing customers with a reliable, carbon-free energy source for the next 60 to 80 years.\nHot functional testing is conducted to verify the successful operation of reactor components and systems together and confirm the reactor is ready for fuel load.
  • Georgia Power expressly disclaims any obligation to update any forwardlooking information.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vogtle-unit-3-begins-hot-functio...\n'

Uranium Energy Corp. (NYSE American: UEC) Ready, Eager to Provide Much-Needed Fuel

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 22, 2021
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Economic geology, In situ leach, Solution mining, Uranium, Nuclear technology

As a leading pure-play American uranium company, UEC is advancing the next generation of low-cost and environmentally friendly in-situ recovery (\xe2\x80\x9cISR\xe2\x80\x9d) mining uranium projects.

Key Points: 
  • As a leading pure-play American uranium company, UEC is advancing the next generation of low-cost and environmentally friendly in-situ recovery (\xe2\x80\x9cISR\xe2\x80\x9d) mining uranium projects.
  • In South Texas, the company\xe2\x80\x99s hub-and-spoke operations are anchored by UEC\xe2\x80\x99s fully-licensed Hobson Processing Facility, which is central to its Palangana, Burke Hollow, Goliad and other ISR pipeline projects.
  • By cutting through the overload of information in today\xe2\x80\x99s market, NNW brings its clients unparalleled visibility, recognition and brand awareness.
  • NNW is where news, content and information converge.\nTo receive SMS text alerts from NetworkNewsWire, text \xe2\x80\x9cSTOCKS\xe2\x80\x9d to 77948 (U.S.

Kurt Terrani Joins Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation To Head Fuels And Materials Development Efforts

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 22, 2021
Science and technology in the United States, Nuclear technology, Uranium, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Battelle Memorial Institute, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, United States Department of Energy national laboratories, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Nuclear physics, Light Water Reactor Sustainability Program, Alvin M. Weinberg

b'SEATTLE, April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Former National Technical Director at Oak Ridge National Laboratory ( ORNL ), in Oak Ridge, Tenn., Dr. Kurt A. Terrani has joined micro-reactor innovator, Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation ( USNC ).

Key Points: 
  • b'SEATTLE, April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Former National Technical Director at Oak Ridge National Laboratory ( ORNL ), in Oak Ridge, Tenn., Dr. Kurt A. Terrani has joined micro-reactor innovator, Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation ( USNC ).
  • He will also manage Ultra Safe Nuclear\'s global research and development efforts, and spearhead formation of the company\'s fuel and core materials manufacturing capabilities.\nAn award-winning staff scientist and Weinberg Fellow at ORNL, Terrani helped lead the Laboratory\'s groundbreaking nuclear science and engineering research efforts.
  • "\nTerrani led multiple advanced fuels research and development efforts at ORNL, including managing the Nuclear Fuels Materials group.
  • Terrani is an internationally recognized technology leader in nuclear fuels with a strong track record of combining computational and experimental techniques to develop, process, irradiate, and test a range of nuclear fuels.\nTerrani will advance Ultra Safe Nuclear\'s fuel-development efforts.

SHINE, Phoenix merger focused on advancing fusion technology

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Technology, Nuclear, Venture capital, Defense, Other Energy, Environment, Medical devices, Other Defense, Public policy, Government, Alternative energy, Energy, Biotechnology, Professional services, Health, Other Manufacturing, Other Technology, Medical Supplies, Other Construction & Property, Engineering, Construction & Property, Manufacturing, Other Health, Other Policy Issues, Emerging technologies, Alternative energy, Fusion power, Fusion, Nuclear technology

(Photo: SHINE Medical Technologies)\nSHINE is a next-generation nuclear technology company focused on unlocking the power of fusion technologies to benefit the planet and humankind.

Key Points: 
  • (Photo: SHINE Medical Technologies)\nSHINE is a next-generation nuclear technology company focused on unlocking the power of fusion technologies to benefit the planet and humankind.
  • The company\xe2\x80\x99s goal is to deliver on the long-term promise of clean fusion energy by advancing fusion technology starting with the commercialization of medical isotopes.
  • The goal of each phase of SHINE\xe2\x80\x99s approach is to build additional capacity and capability, and deepen scientific understanding of fusion technology as it progresses to clean fusion energy production.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cComing together will enable us to advance fusion technology more quickly by aligning interests and combining complementary core competencies.

Denison Provides Initial Progress Update on Installation of ISR Test Pattern at Wheeler River

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Physical sciences, Denison Mines, Elliot Lake, Uranium, Chemistry, In situ leach, Nuclear technology, Denison, Texas

b'TORONTO, April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Denison Mines Corp.("Denison" or the "Company") (TSX: DML) (NYSE American: DNN) is pleased to announce the initiation and ramp-up of In-Situ Recovery ("ISR") field test activities, including the installation of a five-spot ISR test pattern ("Test Pattern"), at the Company\'s 90% owned Wheeler River Uranium Project ("Wheeler River" or the "Project").

Key Points: 
  • b'TORONTO, April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Denison Mines Corp.("Denison" or the "Company") (TSX: DML) (NYSE American: DNN) is pleased to announce the initiation and ramp-up of In-Situ Recovery ("ISR") field test activities, including the installation of a five-spot ISR test pattern ("Test Pattern"), at the Company\'s 90% owned Wheeler River Uranium Project ("Wheeler River" or the "Project").
  • The installation of the Test Pattern is the first step in an ambitious 2021 ISR field program, which is designed to support the further de-risking of the application of the ISR mining method at the high-grade Phoenix uranium deposit ("Phoenix").
  • View PDF version .\nDavid Bronkhorst, Denison\'s VP Operations, commented, "We are excited to have our 2021 ISR field program underway at Wheeler River.
  • Our Saskatoon based technical team has assembled an industry-leading group of experts to design, install and operate the Test Pattern as part of our 2021 ISR field program.

New Focus on Clean Energy Boon for Uranium

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Uranium, Physical sciences, Nuclear technology, Nuclear materials, Materials, Uranium mining, In situ leach, Uranium mining in the United States, Uranium mining by country

These state-supported uranium mining companies from the former Soviet Union have been flooding the market with cheap uranium.

Key Points: 
  • These state-supported uranium mining companies from the former Soviet Union have been flooding the market with cheap uranium.
  • A leading pure-play, production-ready American uranium company, Uranium Energy Corp.(NYSE: UEC)( Profile ) has been investing in the next generation of low-cost and environmentally friendly in-situ recovery (ISR) mining uranium projects.
  • That\'s good for uranium companies, as the Biden/Harris energy platform recognizes nuclear as part of critical clean-energy technologies.
  • Uranium Reserve has been designed as a 10-year $1.5 billion program for the Department of Energy to buy uranium from domestic producers.

New Focus on Clean Energy Boon for Uranium

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Uranium, Physical sciences, Nuclear technology, Nuclear materials, Materials, Uranium mining, In situ leach, Uranium mining in the United States, Uranium mining by country

These state-supported uranium mining companies from the former Soviet Union have been flooding the market with cheap uranium.

Key Points: 
  • These state-supported uranium mining companies from the former Soviet Union have been flooding the market with cheap uranium.
  • A leading pure-play, production-ready American uranium company, Uranium Energy Corp.(NYSE: UEC)( Profile ) has been investing in the next generation of low-cost and environmentally friendly in-situ recovery (ISR) mining uranium projects.
  • That\'s good for uranium companies, as the Biden/Harris energy platform recognizes nuclear as part of critical clean-energy technologies.
  • Uranium Reserve has been designed as a 10-year $1.5 billion program for the Department of Energy to buy uranium from domestic producers.