Nuclear reactors for naval propulsion
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Nuclear reactors for naval propulsion

Author : Charles FRIBOURG

Publication date: January 10, 2002 | Lire en français

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  • Charles FRIBOURG: Engineer General of Armaments (2nd section) - Technical Director, TECHNICATOME

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This article deals with the design and operation of nuclear reactors for naval propulsion, focusing on the dominant type, the pressurized water reactor. The other types of reactor that have been built or are conceivable for naval propulsion are also presented.

This text follows the article "Nuclear-powered ships".

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