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Moltex Energy is in discussions with governments and companies around the world about funding the next stage of its reactor’s development, a prototype demonstrator and regulatory approval.

ν的发展背后的公司clear fission molten salt reactor is raising £8 million to develop its first prototype, while warning that the first demonstrator is likely to be built outside of the UK.

Molten salt reactors use ionic salts for both the reactor coolant and to carry the dissolved reactive material as fuel. The salts are efficient for transferring heat. The reactors can use a wide range of fuels, from legacy waste to enriched uranium.

The reactor designs feature passive safety and are said to be relatively cheap and simple to construct. Research in molten salt reactors was conducted in the US and the UK in the 1960s and 1970s, but designs were not developed for civilian use.

This talk is held by IMechE South Cumbria Young Member Panel (SCYMP).

The talk is FREE and open to the general public.

All IMechE Talks qualify for CPD Accreditation.