The military once considered using balloons as nuclear weapons systems

And, well, they were slow and easily shot down, by air or by ground forces.

NASA, Energy Department renew partnership to develop lunar nuclear power system

NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy on Tuesday announced a renewed commitment to developing a nuclear fission power system for use on the Moon, a move aimed at supporting long-term lunar ...
Springfield News-Leader

Brenmiller to Launch New bGen(TM) Thermal Energy Storage System for Nuclear Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) – Powering the Nuclear Resurgence

ROSH HA‘AYIN, IL / ACCESS Newswire / July 8, 2025 / Brenmiller Energy Ltd. (Nasdaq:BNRG), a leading global provider of Thermal Energy Storage (“TES”) solutions for industrial and utility customers, ...
Space.com

Could astronauts travel to Mars on nuclear-powered rockets? These scientists want to make it happen

A new design for a nuclear-powered rocket could be the key to making the solar system more accessible. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...
Nature

Monte Carlo Methods in Nuclear Systems Sensitivity Analysis

Monte Carlo methods have become a cornerstone in nuclear systems analysis, particularly for sensitivity studies, which determine how variations in nuclear data can affect key reactor parameters.
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Automated control system for first Turkish unit delivered

The automated process control system for unit 1 has been delivered to the construction site of the Akkuyu nuclear power plant in Turkey. The system monitors and controls all key reactor ...