The small modular reactor (SMR) is a class of small nuclear fission reactor, designed to be built in a factory, shipped to operational sites for installation and then used to power buildings or other commercial operations. The term SMR refers to the size, capacity and modular construction. Reactor type and the nuclear processes may vary.

2023年9月13日 · Small modular reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear reactors that have a power capacity of up to 300 MW (e) per unit, which is about one-third of the generating capacity of traditional nuclear power reactors. SMRs, which can produce a …

These advanced reactors, envisioned to vary in size from tens of megawatts up to hundreds of megawatts, can be used for power generation, process heat, desalination, or other industrial uses. SMR designs may employ light water as a coolant or other non-light water coolants such as a gas, liquid metal, or molten salt.

AP300 SMR utilizes our robust fuel design that incorporates a variety of proven and advanced fuel features, and a four-year refueling cycle. Uses advanced proven Instrumentation & Controls technology to simplify operations and increase reliability.

Light water-based SMRs are expected to be fueled with low enriched uranium, i.e., approximately 5 percent U-235, similar to existing large nuclear power plants. The “security by design” concepts being applied to these technologies are expected to increase SMR resistance to theft and diversion of nuclear material.

2023年5月10日 · Explore the SMR fuel cycle, its stages, and advanced options for improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability in nuclear energy. Small modular reactors (SMRs) are a promising nuclear energy technology designed to provide a more flexible, cost-effective, and safer alternative to traditional large-scale nuclear reactors.

2023年5月10日 · One promising solution is the small modular reactor (SMR), a type of advanced nuclear reactor that offers significant benefits over traditional large-scale facilities. In this article, we will explore the basics of SMR nuclear fuel, discuss the advantages of using SMRs, and examine the current state of the industry. What are Small Modular Reactors?

2019年8月8日 · Small modular reactors (SMRs) have been the talk of scientists and researchers in the nuclear industry for many years — but to what extent will their debut, expected next year, create challenges in spent fuel management? It depends, say experts, on the particular SMR design and a country’s existing spent fuel management practices.

2023年5月10日 · Explore the role of fuel fabrication in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) deployment, challenges, opportunities, and advancements. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) have garnered significant attention in recent years as a viable solution for addressing global energy demand, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.

2024年2月16日 · Small modular reactors (SMRs) are defined as nuclear reactors generally 300 MWe equivalent or less, designed with modular technology using module factory fabrication, pursuing economies of series production and short construction times.