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Keep in mind that these reactors are only that safe because they're operated in an environment that's very different from your typical utility company. RCOH pr
by qayxc 6y ago
Keep in mind that these reactors are only that safe because they're operated in an environment that's very different from your typical utility company.
RCOH procedures alone would make civil use prohibitively expensive.
- grogenaut 6y agoRCOH means https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refueling_and_overhaul https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refueling_and_overhaul apparently. But I don't know why this would make civil use much more expensive.
- qayxc 6y agoThe procedures cost billions and are usually scheduled to last about 46 months. Refuelling and maintenance of civil reactors takes place more often (usually every 18 to 24 months) and is much quicker - about 45 days, not months). Gen IV reactors even allow for on-line refuelling so the reactor can continue to operate with no down-time.