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Commercializing Nuclear Fusion

Commercializing Nuclear Fusion

The U.S. and governments worldwide are allocating massive funds to develop nuclear fusion energy. Will their efforts pay off?


Google Turns to Nuclear as Fusion Progresses

Google Turns to Nuclear as Fusion Progresses

Could advanced nuclear reactors and fusion prototypes meet carbon-free energy demands?


Radioactive Decay Powers a Novel Nuclear Battery

Radioactive Decay Powers a Novel Nuclear Battery

Researchers used alpha particles from isotopes of the element americium to produce light that generates electricity in photovoltaic cells. 


Nuclear Microbatteries: A Big Bang in a Tiny Package

Nuclear Microbatteries: A Big Bang in a Tiny Package

The nuclear battery is 8,000 times more efficient than previous versions.


tech insights Oct 17, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Can Hydrogen Replace Natural Gas in Power Plants?

Can Hydrogen Replace Natural Gas in Power Plants?

Research projects target stronger materials and hot gas path components for turbines using hydrogen-containing fuels. 


Underground Energy: How This Mile-Deep Nuclear Reactor Works

Underground Energy: How This Mile-Deep Nuclear Reactor Works

Deep Fission adds an underground twist to conventional nuclear reactor technology.


News Sep 25, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Microsoft Bets on Fusion for AI Energy Solution

Microsoft Bets on Fusion for AI Energy Solution

Could harnessing the sun’s power source unlock limitless emissions-free electricity to counter AI computing demand? 


Can AI Keep Nuclear Plants Safe?

Can AI Keep Nuclear Plants Safe?

Can artificial intelligence and machine learning prevent Chernobyl-like nuclear disasters?


(Cold Cut) Fusion With Mayo? Condiment Creates Nuclear Stability

(Cold Cut) Fusion With Mayo? Condiment Creates Nuclear Stability

Researchers found mayonnaise can simulate conditions of a nuclear fusion reaction.


tech insights Aug 30, 2024 by Jake Hertz
From Lab to Grid: Fusion Frontier Expands With Z-Pinch and Lasers

From Lab to Grid: Fusion Frontier Expands With Z-Pinch and Lasers

Research and investment are pushing nuclear fusion toward becoming a viable energy source in the next decade.


Navy Nuclear Fleet Gets Super-Fast, Super-Silent Circuit Breakers

Navy Nuclear Fleet Gets Super-Fast, Super-Silent Circuit Breakers

Menlo Micro will develop a 1 kV/10 kA circuit breaker with enhanced performance for Navy electrical distribution systems.


News Aug 22, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Out of the Ashes: Nuclear Redux, Part 2

Out of the Ashes: Nuclear Redux, Part 2

Officials are considering restarting the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, but should they? Part 2 analyzes the challenges and alternatives.


Nuclear Redux: The Complexities of Recommissioning

Nuclear Redux: The Complexities of Recommissioning

Should Three Mile Island and other closed nuclear reactors start operating again? Part 1 of this two-part series examines the possible benefits.


Employment Explosion: Nuclear Fusion Creates Thousands of Jobs

Employment Explosion: Nuclear Fusion Creates Thousands of Jobs

Growing the technology will create job opportunities across research, construction, operations, policy, supply chain, education, and waste…


What Will Stop Google From Guzzling AI Energy?

What Will Stop Google From Guzzling AI Energy?

Google’s energy consumption has skyrocketed with artificial intelligence. Here, we dive into how the tech giant can offset its data center…


News Jul 30, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
How Can 3D Digital Twins Make Nuclear Reactors Safer?

How Can 3D Digital Twins Make Nuclear Reactors Safer?

Researchers are leveraging new mathematical techniques and thermal models to make a commercially viable and safe nuclear microreactor.


Engineers Repurpose Oil Wells as Solar Storage

Engineers Repurpose Oil Wells as Solar Storage

Plans are underway in California to convert abandoned oil wells into energy storage for solar farms.


News Jul 06, 2024 by Devin Partida
Meltdown Maneuvers: Advanced Robotics for Safer Nuclear Cleanup

Meltdown Maneuvers: Advanced Robotics for Safer Nuclear Cleanup

Robots are removing radioactive material at nuclear disaster sites like Fukushima.


‘Radioactive Batteries’ Could Last Years

‘Radioactive Batteries’ Could Last Years

Researchers have developed an advanced battery powered by beta rays from radioactive carbon isotopes. The semi-permanent device could operate for…


Fusion Future Accelerates With DOE Funding

Fusion Future Accelerates With DOE Funding

The funding aims to make fusion energy commercially viable within the next decade.


News Jun 27, 2024 by Kevin Clemens