Advancing Nuclear Energy Innovation: NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. Awarded GAIN Voucher for UQ Framework Development
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. has been awarded a GAIN Voucher by the U.S. Department of Energy to develop an Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) framework for its KRONOS MMR energy system. The collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory aims to improve the reliability and safety of the company's micro-modular reactor technology. The UQ framework will enable precise predictions of system performance under different conditions, with ORNL providing expertise in nuclear science and engineering to validate the framework.
The GAIN program fosters partnerships between private companies and national laboratories to accelerate innovation in nuclear energy technologies. By creating a robust UQ framework, NANO Nuclear aims to enhance the modeling and simulation capabilities of its KRONOS MMR energy system. This collaboration with ORNL will ensure that the framework meets industry standards and contributes to the advancement of nuclear energy technology.
Overall, the GAIN Voucher Award from the U.S. Department of Energy will support NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. in developing a validated Uncertainty Quantification framework for its KRONOS MMR energy system. The collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory will enhance the reliability and safety of the company's micro-modular reactor technology, ultimately contributing to the advancement of nuclear energy technologies.