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Seconds Matter: Rethinking Nuclear Facility Security for the Modern Threat Landscape
In today’s rapidly evolving threat environment, nuclear facilities must prioritize speed and precision in their security responses—because in critical moments, every second counts. An early warning system serves as a vital layer of defense, enabling real-time detection of potential intrusions or anomalies before they escalate into full-blown incidents. By providing immediate alerts and actionable intelligence, these systems empower security personnel to respond decisively, minimizing risk to infrastructure, personnel, and the public. The ability to anticipate and intercept threats at the earliest possible stage not only enhances operational resilience but also reinforces public trust in the safety of nuclear operations. Investing in such proactive technologies is no longer optional—it’s essential for modern nuclear security.
S.F. Kessler
Nuclear Science and Engineering | Volume 117 | Number 4 | August 1994 | Pages 254-258
Technical Note | doi.org/10.13182/NSE94-A21503
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Analyses were performed by using the U. S. advanced liquid metal reactor (ALMR) core design to determine the feasibility of using it as a 99Tc burner while reducing the sodium void reactivity effect (SVRE). A layer of 99Tc of variable thickness was inserted around the core midplane in rows 2 through 5, and all blanket assemblies were replaced with fuel assemblies. The results indicate that a core with a 34-cm-thick layer in rows 2 through 5 has the optimum characteristics of SVRE, 99Tc destruction rate, and fuel enrichment.
