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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
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Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo (UWC 2024)
August 4–7, 2024
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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NRC engineers share their expertise at the University of Puerto Rico
Robert Roche-Rivera and Marcos Rolón-Acevedo are licensed professional engineers who work at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. They are also alumni of the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez (UPRM) and have been sharing their knowledge and experience with students at their alma mater since last year, serving as adjunct professors in the university’s Department of Mechanical Engineering. During the 2023–2024 school year, they each taught two courses: Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering, and Nuclear Power Plant Engineering.
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At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Va., BWXT provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for national security, clean energy, environmental remediation, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With approximately 6,700 employees, BWXT has 12 major operating sites in the U.S. and Canada. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental remediation and nuclear operations management at more than a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. Follow us on Twitter at @BWXTech and learn more at www.bwxt.com.
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Join one of the staffed informal booth times slots below. Talk directly to engineers, scientists, and recruiters from BWX Technologies and ask questions about the organization and positions available.
Thursday, April 8
11:00AM - 12:00 PM EDT - Intern Experience at BWXT Visit Booth
12:00 - 1:00 PM EDT - Advanced Technologies, LLC Overview Visit Booth
1:00 - 2:00 PM EDT - Live Q&A Session Visit Booth
2:00 - 3:00 PM EDT - Nuclear Fuel Service Overview Visit Booth
3:00 - 4:00 PM EDT - BWXT General Q&A Live Session Visit Booth
4:00 - 5:00 PM EDT - BWXT Space Nuclear Propulsion Work Visit Booth
Friday, April 9
11:00AM - 12:00 PM EDT - Live Q&A Session Visit Booth
12:00 - 1:00 PM EDT - Nuclear Operations Group Overview Visit Booth
1:00 - 2:00 PM EDT - BWXT Medical Overview Visit Booth
2:00 - 3:00 PM EDT - Live Q&A Session Visit Booth
Saturday, April 10
3:00 - 4:00 PM EDT - Survey Results and Price Drawing Visit Booth