Description Fast breeder reactors are next-generation nuclear reactors that not only generate power but also breed fuel, making them highly efficient and sustainable. It uses liquid metallic sodium as a coolant due to its superior thermal conductivity and neutronic properties. However, sodium’s high reactivity with air and water poses significant safety challenges that impact reactor systems and … more

Hydrogen explosions are an inherent risk in nuclear reactors due to the unavoidable generation of hydrogen during its operation. From Chernobyl to Fukushima, several major nuclear accidents have been significantly worsened by hydrogen explosion. In sodium-cooled fast breeder reactors, due to the use of sodium as a coolant, hydrogen production is prevalent. The disposal of used radioactive sodium … more