Small Modular Reactors: Nuclear Power Fad or Future? reviews SMR features, promises, and problems, also discussing what lies ahead for reactors of this type. There is currently significant interest in the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) for the generation of both electricity and process heat. SMRs offer potential benefits in terms of better affordability and enhanced safety, and can also be sited more flexibly than traditional nuclear plants. This book provides decision-makers in governments, business, and research with the needed background in small nuclear power to create a balanced discussion of the many advantages of SMRs and the criticisms they face. Provides decision-makers in governments, business, and research with the needed background on small nuclear power and an overview of the current situation Presents a balanced discussion of the many advantages of SMRs and the challenges they faceWritten by a highly respected expert in the nuclear industry INDICE: Part I: Setting the Stage 1. Energy, Nuclear Power, and Small Modular Reactors 2. Brief History of Small Nuclear Power (1950-2000) 3. The Rise of Current Small Modular Reactors (2000-2015) Part II: Fundamentals and Features 4. Nuclear Power 101: Understanding Nuclear Reactors 5. Enhancing Nuclear Safety 6. Improving Nuclear Affordability 7. Expanding Nuclear Power Flexibility Part III: Promise to Reality 8. Customer Buzz About Small Modular Reactors 9. Getting to the Finish Line: Deployment Challenges and Opportunities 10. Fad or Future?
- ISBN: 978-0-08-100252-0
- Editorial: Woodhead Publishing
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 300
- Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2015
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés