MECH 4106 Final Exam Prep

IMSR Innovations and Global Impacts

This episode unpacks the groundbreaking IMSR technology, featuring its high-efficiency design, passive safety measures, and innovative waste management solutions. Learn about the historical evolution from the 1940s to today, alongside global developments led by the U.S. and China. Discover how IMSR technology is set to revolutionize the energy sector with economic advantages like $54/MWh electricity production.

Inside CANDU Reactors: Power and Safety Innovations

This episode examines how CANDU reactors convert thermal energy into electricity, featuring turbine technology and the unique advantages of heavy water. It also covers emergency and normal power supply classifications, the roles of SDS#1, SDS#2, and ECCS in maintaining reactor safety, and advanced strategies for containment and tritium management. Learn about the systems ensuring efficiency and safety in nuclear power.