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Small modular reactors
Os pequenos reatores modulares revolucionam a energia nuclear por meio de projetos padronizados e fabricados em fábrica, permitindo uma implantação mais rápida e econômica.

Os pequenos reatores modulares são sistemas de energia nuclear de fissão com capacidade de produção elétrica normalmente inferior a 300 MWe por unidade, projetados desde o início para fabricação em fábrica de módulos padronizados, transporte rodoviário ou ferroviário até o local e cronogramas de construção acelerados — uma inversão estrutural deliberada das usinas nucleares personalizadas de escala gigawatt, cujos custos de capital excessivos e prazos de construção de décadas efetivamente interromperam a implantação de novas usinas nucleares nos mercados ocidentais após a década de 1980.

A física dos reatores e a química dos fluidos refrigerantes variam substancialmente em todo o portfólio de projetos — reatores avançados de água leve que estendem a tecnologia comprovada de água pressurizada em escala reduzida, reatores de sal fundido que dissolvem o combustível diretamente em fluido refrigerante de fluoreto ou cloreto, reatores refrigerados a gás de alta temperatura usando hélio e partículas de combustível TRISO, projetos de espectro rápido refrigerados a sódio e chumbo e microrreatores térmicos destinados a locais industriais ou militares remotos com potência inferior a 10 MWe.

As publicações e patentes indexadas abaixo abordam física de reatores, termohidráulica e segurança passiva. validação, projeto de montagem de combustível, qualificação de materiais sob irradiação, fábrica fabricação processos, metodologia de licenciamento e avaliações técnico-econômicas em todo esse espectro de projeto.

Esta é a nossa mais recente seleção de publicações e patentes mundiais em inglês sobre Pequenos Reatores Modulares (SMRs), provenientes de diversos periódicos científicos online, classificadas e focadas em reator modular pequeno, SMR, microrreator nuclear, reator avançado de água leve, reator de sal fundido, reator refrigerado a gás de alta temperatura, reator rápido refrigerado a chumbo, reator rápido refrigerado a sódio, sistema de segurança passiva de SMR, cogeração de SMR, aquecimento urbano com SMR, SMR com combustível HALEU, projeto de contenção de SMR e descomissionamento de SMR.

Articles for containing a molten material and methods of producing the same

Patent published on the 2026-06-04 in US under Ref US20260151829 by BATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE LLC [US] (Tripathy Prabhat K [us], Marsden Kenneth C [us], King James A [us], Tolman David D [us], Tolman Kevin R [us])

Abstract: [0000] An article comprises a crucible and a composite coating having a first surface adjacent an inner surface of the crucible and a second surface opposite the first surface. The second surface of the composite coating defines an exposed interior surface of the article. The composite coating comprises at least one carbide of a transition metal. The composite coating includes a gradient of carbon across a thickness of the composite coating between the first surface and the second surface of the[...]


Our summary: The article describes a crucible with a composite coating featuring a gradient of carbon. It includes a method for producing the crucible through electroplating and annealing. The composite coating consists of at least one carbide of a transition metal.

crucible, composite coating, transition metal, electroplating

Patent

Control rod assembly with enhanced control rod worth using 28 neutron absorber rods

Patent published on the 2026-05-27 in EP under Ref EP4749658 by KEPCO NUCLEAR FUEL CO LTD [KR] (Choi Dae Woon [kr], Ha Dong Geun [kr], Lee Shin Ho [kr], Kim Seong Soo [kr], Ryu Joo Young [kr], Kim Kyounghong [kr], Lee Hak In [kr], Chun Joo Hong [kr], Kim Ba Leum [kr], Yoon Ju Yeob [kr], Cho Beom Hee [kr], Bae Gong Hoon [kr])

Abstract: [0001] Proposed is a control rod assembly with enhanced control rod worth suitable for a small modular reactor (SMR), wherein the control rod assembly includes a plurality of spider vanes provided radially on a plane perpendicular to a spider body and configured to support control rods, wherein the spider vanes includes four first spider vanes (Ixx and Iyy) arranged orthogonally to each other in principal-axis directions, four second spider vanes (Ixy) arranged in on-diagonal directions with res[...]


Our summary: The proposed control rod assembly enhances control rod worth for small modular reactors. It features a configuration of spider vanes supporting 28 neutron absorber rods. The arrangement includes first, second, and third spider vanes positioned in orthogonal and diagonal orientations.

control rod assembly, neutron absorber rods, small modular reactor, spider vanes

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Control rod assembly with enhanced control rod worth

Patent published on the 2026-05-27 in EP under Ref EP4749657 by KEPCO NUCLEAR FUEL CO LTD [KR] (Choi Dae Woon [kr], Ha Dong Geun [kr], Lee Shin Ho [kr], Kim Seong Soo [kr], Ryu Joo Young [kr], Kim Kyounghong [kr], Lee Hak In [kr], Chun Joo Hong [kr], Kim Ba Leum [kr], Yoon Ju Yeob [kr], Song Han Seung [kr], Cho Beom Hee [kr], Yu Ho Sung [kr], Bae Go)

Abstract: [0001] Proposed is a control rod assembly with enhanced control rod worth suitable for a small modular reactor (SMR). The control rod assembly with enhanced control rod worth includes a plurality of spider vanes provided radially on a plane perpendicular to a spider body to support control rods, wherein the control rods consist of 28 shutdown group neutron absorbers in total made of BC comprising B-10 enriched to at least 70%.[...]


Our summary: The proposed control rod assembly is designed for small modular reactors. It features enhanced control rod worth through a configuration of spider vanes. The assembly includes 28 neutron absorbers made of B-10 enriched to at least 70%.

control rod assembly, enhanced control rod worth, small modular reactor, neutron absorbers

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Method for steel production and corresponding installation network

Patent published on the 2026-05-20 in UA under Ref UA130827 by VERESHCHAK VIKTOR IVANOVYCH [UA] (Vereshchak Viktor Ivanovych [ua], Ivashchenko Valerii Petrovych [ua], Petrenko Vitalii Oleksandrovych [ua], Chaika Oleksii Leonidovych [ua], Loboda Petro Ivanovych [ua], Hryshchenko Serhii Heorhiiovych [ua], Vereshchak Denys Viktorovych [ua])

Abstract: Invention relates to ferrous metallurgy, specifically to production of steel from iron ore using iron oxide reduction method via network of installations. Method is proposed for producing steel from iron ore raw materials by reducing iron oxide, in which furnace with shaft chamber for preliminary reduction (A), horizontal chamber for final reduction (B), and liquid metal accumulation chamber (C) are used, all connected by transition channels. Pellets made from raw materials that do not contain c[...]


Our summary: The invention describes a method for steel production using iron oxide reduction with a network of installations. It employs a furnace system with multiple chambers and utilizes low-temperature plasma for heating and reduction. The method aims to lower costs and reduce CO2 emissions while improving environmental conditions.

ferrous metallurgy, steel production, iron oxide reduction, plasma torches

Patent

Fuelling a molten salt reactor

Patent published on the 2026-05-20 in EP under Ref EP4745993 by SALTFOSS ENERGY APS [DK] (Yoon Juhyeon [dk])

Abstract: [0001] The present invention relates to a fuel salt feeding apparatus for a molten salt reactor (MSR), comprising: a fuel container for holding fuel salt units; a feeding pipe connected to the fuel container for transferring fuel salt units from the fuel container to a molten salt container; a valve structure on the feeding pipe, said valve structure comprising: a bucket member (4, 14) having a fuel salt unit compartment for containing one or more fuel salt units, and a bucket member position de[...]


Our summary: The invention describes a fuel salt feeding apparatus for a molten salt reactor. It includes a fuel container, a feeding pipe, and a valve structure with a bucket member and position detectors. The system is designed to transfer fuel salt units efficiently to the molten salt container.

fuel salt, molten salt reactor, feeding apparatus, valve structure

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A process for the preparation of a carbon product

Patent published on the 2026-04-22 in EP under Ref EP4729477 by YERRAWA B V [NL] (O'connor Paul [nl], Daamen Sjoerd [es], Babic Igor [nl])

Abstract: [0001] The invention relates generally to a process for the preparation of a carbon product having a high degree of graphitization in a high yield, comprising the steps of a) contacting a carbon containing starting material, preferably a carbohydrate or hydrocarbon, with a molten salt, b) Carbonising the carbon containing starting material to form a carbon product in mixture with the molten salt at temperatures between 100 and 300°C in an oven or by heating with microwaves, in an atmosphere fre[...]


Our summary: The process involves carbonizing a carbon-containing material with molten salt to achieve high graphitization. It operates at temperatures between 100 and 300°C in an oxygen-free atmosphere. The resulting carbon product has a yield of at least 40 wt% and is suitable for applications in carbon fibers and electronics.

carbonization, graphitization, molten salt, carbon product

Patent

Study on Flow Field Excitation and Rotor Shaft Response of the High-Temperature Molten Salt Circulating Primary Pump

Published on 2026-01-31 by Xiongfa Gao, Xinyi Zhang, Weidong Shi, Daohong Wang, Ruijie Zhao, Zhiyu Zhu @MDPI

Abstract: This study examines the impact of fluid excitation forces on the dynamic response of high-temperature molten salt circulating primary pump rotor systems. Unsteady simulations were conducted in ANSYS CFX to characterize pressure pulsation and radial forces across all impeller stages. Critical speeds and vibration modes were subsequently analyzed using SAMCEF to evaluate transient responses under varying flow rates. Key findings: Numerical performance predictions align with experimental data withi[...]


Our summary: This study analyzes the impact of fluid excitation on the dynamic response of high-temperature molten salt pump rotors. Unsteady simulations in ANSYS CFX characterize pressure pulsations and radial forces, while critical speeds and vibration modes are evaluated using SAMCEF. Key findings indicate that numerical predictions align closely with experimental data, revealing significant variations in radial forces across impeller stages.

Fluid Excitation, Rotor Dynamics, Pressure Pulsation, ANSYS CFX

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Multicriteria Assessment for Technological Readiness

Published on 2026-01-29 by Jorge Omar Gil Posada, Juan Carlos Quintero-Daz, Andrs A. Amell @MDPI

Abstract: In addressing the increasing global energy demand, this manuscript compares four distinct processes for hydrogen production from natural gas (NG): steam methane reforming (SMR), dry methane reforming (DMR), autothermal reforming (ATR), and catalytic methane decomposition (CMD). The comparison emphasizes their respective efficiencies and environmental impacts. Simulations were conducted using the Peng&amp;ndash;Robinson model, implemented in the DWSIM 8.8.3 software package, considering comme[...]


Our summary: This manuscript compares four hydrogen production processes from natural gas: SMR, DMR, ATR, and CMD. It evaluates their efficiencies and environmental impacts using the TOPSIS method, identifying ATR as the best option. The study highlights Colombia s potential in the hydrogen economy based on its natural resources.

Hydrogen production, Multicriteria assessment, Environmental impact, TOPSIS method

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Tópicos abordados: Pequenos Reatores Modulares, fissão nuclear, fabricação em fábrica, capacidade de produção elétrica, construção acelerada, física de reatores, química de refrigerantes, reatores avançados de água leve, reatores de sal fundido, reatores refrigerados a gás de alta temperatura, microrreatores térmicos, validação de segurança passiva, projeto de conjuntos de combustível, qualificação de materiais, metodologia de licenciamento, avaliações técnico-econômicas, módulos padronizados, Agência Internacional de Energia Atômica, ISO 9001, ASME NQA-1, IEEE 7-432 e IEC 61513.

Glossário de termos utilizados

International Organization for Standardization (ISO): a non-governmental international body that develops and publishes standards to ensure quality, safety, efficiency, and interoperability across various industries and sectors, facilitating global trade and cooperation. Established in 1947, it comprises national standardization organizations from member countries.

Radiology Information System (RIS): Um sistema de software para gerenciar dados de imagens médicas, facilitando o agendamento, o rastreamento e a emissão de relatórios de procedimentos radiológicos, além de integrar-se a outros sistemas de saúde para aprimorar o fluxo de trabalho e o atendimento ao paciente.

Small Modular Reactors (SMR): Reatores nucleares compactos projetados para construção modular, permitindo implantação em larga escala e recursos de segurança aprimorados. Normalmente gerando até 300 megawatts de eletricidade, eles podem ser construídos em fábrica e transportados para os locais de instalação, reduzindo o tempo e os custos de construção em comparação com os grandes reatores tradicionais.

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