The
article, “Small modular reactors: A comprehensive overview of their economics
and strategic aspects. Progress in Nuclear Energy.” by Locatelli et al. (2014),
introduces Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as technology that could revolutionise
the energy market by providing clean energy with reduced greenhouse emissions.
SMRs are the evolution of nuclear reactor designs, focused on miniaturising
reactor components and using new breakthroughs in nuclear physics to develop a
power plant that can combat the ever-increasing need for energy in our modern
world. According to Locatelli et al. (2014), several types of SMRs,
particularly Light Wave Reactors (LWRs), are achievable within the next few
years and will be able to be deployed commercially on a large-scale to meet
energy demands in new nuclear markets. Specifically, the NuScale SMR, which is
a LWR, has the greatest potential of realising that goal. As explained by
Ingersoll et al. (2014), the NuScale SMR presents a compact and modular design,
with features such as fuel flexibility and the Emergency Core Cooling System,
allowing the reactor to be adapted in a variety of industries, while
maintaining safety measures in the event of an emergency. Implementing the NuScale SMRs with its cost-efficiency
and safety can outperform traditional nuclear reactors.
References:
Locatelli,
G., Bingham, C., & Mancini, M. (2014). Small modular reactors: A
comprehensive overview of their economics and strategic aspects. Progress in
Nuclear Energy, 73, 75-85.
Ingersoll, D. T., Houghton, Z.
J., Bromm, R., & Desportes, C. (2014). NuScale small modular reactor for
Co-generation of electricity and water. Desalination, 340, 84-93.
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