Reactor Core and Acceleration Power

Reactor Prime (Nuclear Reactor)

The main reactor is the machine used for generation energy through reaction infusion or in some cases through fusion reactions (although fusion is still in the research stage for commercial implementation).

Main components of the reactor

• Fuel: Usually uranium-235 or plutonium-239.
• Moderator: Used to slow down neutrons so that the chain structure is maintained (eg water, graphite, or heavy water).
• Control rods: Made of materials that absorb neutrons (such as cadmium or boron) to control the reaction.
• Coolant: Takes the heat generated and converts it into electrical energy (usually water or gas).
• Reactor Vessel: Where the reaction takes place and equipped with a containment system to prevent radiation leakage.

Working principle

Onward reactor fission, a uranium nucleus or a plutonium atom splits into two or more lighter nuclei, releasing energy in the form of heat and additional neutrons. These neutrons will trigger a chain reaction if not controlled. Energy The resulting heat is used to heat water, producing steam, which then spins a turbine to produce electricity.

Benefits and risks

• Advantages: Nuclear energy is very efficient and has low carbon emissions.
• Risk: Possible accidents (eg Chernobyl, Fukushima), as well as the problem of radioactive waste that needs to be managed safely

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