National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and Rolls-Royce SMR partner on automated monitoring for nuclear Small Modular Reactors

Posted on 11 Oct 2023 by The Manufacturer
SMRs offer an affordable approach to nuclear power generation - with the potential to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Image credit: Rolls-Royce
SMRs offer an affordable approach to nuclear power generation - with the potential to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Image credit: Rolls-Royce

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and Rolls-Royce SMR have partnered on a new project to investigate safe automated reactor operation for nuclear-powered Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).

SMRs offer an affordable approach to nuclear power generation – with the potential to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. When developing SMRs, there is a need for automated analytical capabilities to minimise onsite lab testing, reduce waste, the footprint of the site, as well as capital and operational costs. The NPL-led project is investigating…

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