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> In the United States, the design and thickness of the containment and the missile shield are governed by federal regulations (10 CFR 50.55a), and must be stro
by credit_guy 3y ago
> In the United States, the design and thickness of the containment and the missile shield are governed by federal regulations (10 CFR 50.55a), and must be strong enough to withstand the impact of a fully loaded passenger airliner without rupture.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containment_building https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containment_building
- tuukkah 3y agoWill this apply to SMRs?
- credit_guy 3y agoVery likely. In the US, all civilian nuclear applications are under the oversight of the NRC, and the NRC is a very conservative organization. I don't see them relaxing such any regulation for SMR's, let alone a regulation with such 9/11 vibes.