Fast breeder reactors for energy security
Conference
·
OSTI ID:6961675
Although the time scale for the development of new energy sources has been lengthened, the need for economic Liquid Metal Breeder Reactors remains a key element in our economic future. In the United States the development of Liquid Metal Reactors is directed toward reduction of fuel cycle and plant capital costs to promote early deployment as an economically competitive alternative to Light Water Reactors. Reactor plant improvements have been made which focus on inherent reactor safety, plant modularity, and prepackaging of plant components. Alternate fuel systems and dramatic extension of fuel lifetimes offer potential for major cost improvements. The swiftness of changes in economic conditions require that we immediately address LMFBR development with focused resources and teamwork. 6 refs., 10 figs., 1 tab.
- Research Organization:
- Westinghouse Hanford Co., Richland, WA (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC06-87RL10930
- OSTI ID:
- 6961675
- Report Number(s):
- WHC-SA-0057; CONF-870917-8; ON: DE88014019
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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