Thorium Power
Thorium Power
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I came across this video today. At a casual glance, it appears to be simpler, safer and more economical than conventional nuclear power. I am completely out of my area of expertise here, but can someone tell me why this is not being used more commonly in the world today? Here is the link:
http://ww w.ted.com/ talks/kirk _sorensen_ thorium_an _alternati ve_nuclear _fuel.html
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Not saying that's good or bad -- that depends on which side of the nuclear argument people want to vehemently take.
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RE: Thorium Power
Notwithstanding the hazards mentioned, this technology is being used to some extent in India. It may be an old technology which deserves a fresh look.
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China is way into Liquid Thorium Fueled Reactor development.
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Barely mentioned is the two fluid thorium test reactors developed in the US- I don't see the reference to first one.
http://www.world-nuclear.com/info/inf08.html
http://www.world-nuclear.com/info/inf77.html