Thorium-based Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are designed to provide a safer, more efficient, and scalable approach to nuclear energy. These reactors operate by converting Thorium-232 into Uranium-233, a fissile material, which powers the reactor.
Key Features:
- Reactor Design: Thorium SMRs are smaller, allowing modular deployment.
- Operation: They incorporate advanced cooling systems, often based on molten salt reactors, to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Passive Safety Systems: Built-in mechanisms ensure automatic shutdown in case of emergency without human intervention.
Sub-pages:
- Core Reactor Design
Explore the internal structure of a Thorium SMR and how its compact design enhances functionality. - Molten Salt Reactor Concept
Learn about the molten salt cooling system, which improves efficiency and safety in Thorium reactors. - Passive Safety Systems
Discover how Thorium SMRs incorporate passive safety features, reducing the risk of accidents. - Reactor Efficiency & Performance Metrics
Dive into the performance metrics that make Thorium SMRs more efficient and cost-effective than conventional reactors.