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what is Nuclear Energy and its Application? Nuclear Energy is the energy released from the nucleus (core) of an atom — through either fission or fusion. It’s one of the most powerful sources of energy known to humanity. Here’s a clear overview ✍️How It Works A. Nuclear Fission (Used Today) Heavy atoms like Uranium-235 or Plutonium-239 are split into smaller atoms. This releases a huge amount of heat energy, which is used to boil water* make steam turn turbines produce electricity. ✍️Nuclear Fusion (Future Technology) Light atoms like Hydrogen are combined under extreme pressure and temperature to form Helium, releasing even more energy. It’s the same process that powers the Sun. ✍️Advantages Produces massive energy from small amounts of fuel. No greenhouse gases during operation helps fight climate change. Reliable (not dependent on sun or wind) ✍️ Disadvantages Radioactive waste is dangerous and needs long-term storage. High construction cost for reactors. ✍️Applications Electric power generation ✍️ brief the Applicaion Nuclear Energy in Ethiopia? ...

🌐 Nuclear energy today isn’t just about generating electricity—it’s about managing complexity. From new SMR designs to evolving safety regulations, nuclear projects need more than engineering excellence. They need digital agility. With virtual twins, project teams can model everything—from system behavior to compliance gaps—in a connected environment that evolves as the project does. This is how nuclear projects gain transparency, improve stakeholder confidence, and accelerate delivery. Our latest blog explores how digital innovation is helping the nuclear sector become not only cleaner, but smarter and more resilient in the face of growing energy demands. 📘 Explore the transformation underway in nuclear project delivery: http://go.3ds.com/DI7t

Cherenkov Glow: Understanding the Safe Radiance of Spent Nuclear Fuel in Kenya’s Nuclear Future. By Caleb kundu Biochemist and Energy Enthusiast As Kenya advances toward clean, sustainable energy, understanding nuclear science is imperative. The striking azure glow of spent nuclear fuel, observed in deep reactor cooling pools, results from Cherenkov radiation a physical phenomenon generated when high-energy charged particles emitted by radioactive decay traverse water at velocities exceeding the phase velocity of light in that medium. This luminous effect is entirely non-hazardous to humans: the emitted light is visible radiation only, the fuel is fully immersed in water that provides robust neutron and gamma shielding, workers maintain safe standoff distances, and radioactivity diminishes progressively while submerged. Deep, steel-reinforced pools ensure both thermal regulation and radiological containment, permitting eventual secure transfer to dry casks or permanent repositories. For Siaya, site of Kenya’s inaugural nuclear power plant, this knowledge underpins infrastructure design, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and community confidence. #Nuclear4KE #LettalkNuclear

India is taking bold steps toward a clean and flexible nuclear future 🇮🇳. As part of its Nuclear Energy Mission, the country aims to develop at least five indigenously designed Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) by 2033 ⚡. Why it matters: 🌱 Decarbonizing energy – replacing coal and reducing emissions 🏭 Industrial & regional applications – power for factories, hospitals, and remote regions 💰 Cost-efficient & scalable solutions – bringing nuclear energy closer to where it’s needed 🌍 Global leadership – showcasing India’s innovation in advanced nuclear technologies At the 6th Edition of the India Nuclear Business Platform (INBP) 2025 in Mumbai, experts discussed how these SMRs can transform India’s energy landscape, offering flexible, sustainable, and economically viable solutions for the coming decades 🔋. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gQPBgyYt #NuclearEnergy #India #INBP #SmallModularReactors #EnergyTransition #Innovation #SustainableEnergy #PowerSector

REPORT 📑 Summary of the NEA Assessment on Spent Nuclear Fuel Decay Heat for Light Water Reactors ⚛️ Over the past decades, the nuclear industry has seen higher initial fuel enrichment, increased burn-up rates, and extended reactor cycle lengths. This necessitates a refined understanding of decay heat for safe handling, storage, reprocessing and disposal of spent nuclear fuel. ⛽ The OECD Nuclear Energy Agency examined experimental methods, computational models, and uncertainties in decay heat estimation and emphasised the need for new calorimetric measurements due to a lack of data for fuel types such as mixed oxide (MOX), water-water energetic reactor (VVER), and CANada Deuterium Uranium (CANDU). This report’s recommendations include expanding experimental databases, improving theoretical models, and integrating machine learning for validation. Download the report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eMMeZdcK

US Poised for $350 Billion Nuclear Boom to Fuel AI Advancements, Report Reveals https://lnkd.in/euvFPHJp Nuclear Power: Fueling the AI Revolution 🚀⚡ The escalating demand for electricity, driven by data-hungry artificial intelligence systems, is set to spark a remarkable $350 billion nuclear spending boom in the U.S. 🌍💡 According to Bloomberg Intelligence, this surge will enhance reactor output by 63% by 2050, paving the way for a sustainable energy future. Key Insights: Investment Milestone: $350 billion directed towards expanding nuclear capabilities. Capacity Boost: 53 gigawatts of new reactor capacity, elevating the total to 159 gigawatts. AI's Role: Powering next-gen technologies demands a robust energy infrastructure. This growth is crucial for supporting the transformative potential of AI, as industries seek efficient and sustainable energy solutions. Join the Conversation! Are you ready to embrace this nuclear renaissance? Share your thoughts below and help us spread the word on the importance of sustainable energy for AI advancement. 💬🔗 Source link https://lnkd.in/euvFPHJp

The optical tables for the PLANET Drive Laser arrived at the former nuclear power plant in Biblis. This week Thomas Rösch from Focused Energy, Wolfgang Schüle from TRUMPF, and myself visited the former nuclear power plant in Biblis as the optical tables on which the PLANET Drive Laser (PDL) will be installed were delivered. Never heard of PLANET?   The aim of the project PLANET funded by the BMFTR is to scan the interior of low and medium level nuclear waste containers stored in Biblis. Therefore, laser generated X-ray and neutron radiation will be used to penetrate the strongly shielded nuclear containers. For the generation of X-rays and neutrons the novel high-energy and high-average power PDL is developed in collaboration with Focused Energy, Fraunhofer ILT, and TRUMPF. The TU Darmstadt, HZDR, and Photonis are also part of the project, and work on target, ion acceleration, and detector, respectively.   First light of the PDL in Biblis is expected in 2027, and the first nuclear waste containers will be scanned in 2028.   If you are interested in more details about PLANET, please find the link to a recent article in "laser community" in the comments, pp. 23-25.   We gratefully acknowledge support by #RWE and funding by the BMFTR.   #TRUMPF #FocusedEnergy #FraunhoferILT #Laser #LDRS

You may have heard that the nuclear energy sector is having a moment. ⚡️ With rising energy demands driven by AI, manufacturing, and electrification, it's not hard to imagine why — but how can we address these growing needs? Andrew Schwab (Principal) and Russel Ross (VP, Technology) have taken to the IQT blog to break down why continued investment in the nuclear industry is critical to ensuring a strong industrial base. In this post, you'll learn: - How the nuclear industry's unique benefits position it to lead. - The historical challenges that have held the sector back. - The role of innovative startups like General Matter and Radiant in building a more resilient and dynamic energy supply chain. Join us as we explore the future of American industry. Read the full blog post at the link below and stay tuned for more insights on Strategic Industrialization coming soon. 🔗 "Atoms for Industry: The Case for Nuclear Innovation": https://lnkd.in/e8GZ-xg4

This is why DCVC has maintained investment leadership in the nuclear energy industry for the better part of two decades

The Nuclear Renaissance: The New Atomic Age After decades of decline, nuclear energy is experiencing unprecedented resurgence driven by breakthrough technologies and exploding AI energy demand. Our comprehensive white paper, developed with Crosscut Ventures, reveals why sophisticated investors should pay attention now. The AI Energy Crisis is Real: ▪️ A single ChatGPT query requires 10x more electricity than a Google search ▪️ U.S. data center power demand will triple from 25 GW to 80+ GW by 2030 ▪️ Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are committing hundreds of billions to nuclear power agreements The Technology Breakthrough: ▪️ Advanced reactors target costs under $100/MWh vs $125/MWh for traditional reactors ▪️ Factory-manufactured microreactors can deploy in months, not decades ▪️ Nuclear energy is 2 million times more energy-dense than oil and gas A special thank you to Brian Garrett, Jon Ylvisaker and Allie Dolido of Crosscut Ventures for their collaboration. Unlike previous nuclear cycles driven by government mandates, today's renaissance is powered by concrete corporate demand and breakthrough safety innovations. The convergence of AI electricity needs, regulatory reform, and advanced reactor technologies creates a generational investment opportunity. Learn more about our Energy & Nuclear Month programming and download our white paper here: https://lnkd.in/e7kmT87j