This podcast explores the convergence of advanced technologies driving the deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). It highlights how breakthroughs in materials science, such as TRISO fuel and high-temperature alloys, enable unprecedented operating conditions and safety. Furthermore, the podcast details the shift towards digital control systems with integrated AI for enhanced efficiency and real-time optimization. Finally, it explains how modular construction and additive manufacturing techniques streamline production and reduce on-site assembly time, ultimately accelerating SMR commercialization. This comprehensive overview emphasizes the integrated nature of these innovations and their collective impact on the future of nuclear power.
