The new generation of nuclear reactors, ADS

Subject Areas : Radio active

Javad  Karimi ¹ (PhD Student, Nuclear Physics, Imam Hossein Comprehensive University*(Corresponding Authours).)
Mohammad Mehdi  Firooz Abadi ² (Associate Professor, Department of Physics, University of Birjand)

Received: 2015-10-10 Accepted : 2016-04-13 Published : 2020-01-21

Keywords: Transmutation, Subcritical Core, ADS reactor, Spallation Target,

Abstract :

Background and Objective:Today, nuclear reactors as a major source of energy in the world, is developing considerably. The main disadvantage of nuclear reactors is producing nuclear waste. This waste is due to the half-life and high environmental impact is radiation poisoning. In this study a new generation of nuclear reactors as ADS introduced where the nuclear waste is used as fuel. Method: Examining ADS nuclear reactors, the concept of ADS and the main components of this type of reactor and how it works are described. Findings: This new generation of nuclear reactors (ADS) has the ability to convert nuclear waste, including meta-uranium elements and fragments of nuclear fission, into low-risk elements with low half-life and low beam toxicity. Its important advantage over other nuclear reactors is that it is safe. Discussion and Conclusions: Given the importance of developing nuclear reactors as a major source of energy production, methods should be used to develop peaceful nuclear technology in the country to maximize its efficiency while minimizing its destructive environmental effects. . The use of a new generation of nuclear reactors (ADS) is one such method.

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