donb
2008-01-18 09:27:44
aimes stated:
However, I don’t understand the reason why this particular subject requires the building of a new reactor. We have dozens of operating reactors in the US, I live in Chattanooga and there are 3 within 50 miles, why not use one (or more) of them?
The reason is that the reactor needs to be designed from the beginning with this capability in mind. Essentially, there is a port into the reactor designed for easy access. It is a significant added expense, so if all you want to do is generate electric power, you won’t bother.
Clearly the world needs more reactors with the capability so that nuclear medicine can continue even if one (or two) is out of service.
