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Rolls-Royce Receives More Funding to Build a Nuclear Space Micro-Reactor
Sustainable energy sources are undoubtedly the way forward for humanity. Still, nothing beats nuclear energy density and cost, and that is particularly true in space. That’s because getting heavy cargo in space is costly, with every gram flown out of the Earth’s orbit costing around $1,000! So, if we are to build lunar bases and […]
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Norway’s Massive Floating Wind Turbine Array Gets More Support
When Norway’s Windcatcher floating wind turbine array was introduced in 2021, there were a lot of people who doubted its design at over 1,000 ft (324 m) high and roughly just as wide. Over three years, it has made significant progress in realizing its vision that may quiet the doubters. Rotors on wind turbines with […]
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Hexagon Introduces Its First Battery-Powered Handheld 3D Scanners
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division in North Kingstown, RI, launched its new handheld 3D scanning devices that complement the company’s existing manufacturing inspection devices with an unprecedented ability to complete flexible measurements. The company’s first new system reportedly allows engineers and manufacturing personnel to easily do the measurements they need in many
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How to Calculate Metal Weight
Calculating the weight of a given alloy is a crucial aspect of engineering and manufacturing processes. The weight of a metal component not only influences its performance but also impacts design considerations, material selection, and cost estimation. Here’s a detailed guide on how to accurately calculate metal weight: Importance of Metal Weight Calculation The weight […]
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Sheffield Forgemasters: Revolutionizing Nuclear Power With SMR
The UK company Sheffield Forgemasters developed an innovative technique to produce components for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). Hence, the construction only takes under 24 hours instead of the usual 12 months and can be mass-produced. This could be a complete revolution for the nuclear power sector. While conventional techniques may exceed a year of construction, […]
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Powering the Future: UK’s JET Fusion Reactor Sets New Energy Record
The Joint European Torus (JET), the UK’s 40-year-old fusion reactor, has been a cornerstone of fusion energy research since its inception in 1983, boasting unparalleled achievements in the field. It briefly became the hottest point in the solar system, reaching temperatures of 150 million°C. Setting New Records: JET’s Remarkable Achievements in Fusion Energy Scientists have […]