AENRF Small Modular Reactors

Publications

Key Publications on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)

To advance evidence-based discourse on SMR development, we highlight these pivotal publications from leading international organizations and research institutions. All resources are open-access and essential for understanding SMR technology’s technical, economic, and regulatory landscape.

1. IAEA Advances in SMR Technology (2024)

The definitive global status report
Covers 80+ SMR designs, safety innovations, and deployment roadmaps.
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2. OECD-NEA: Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for Net Zero (2023)

Cost-reduction strategies for carbon dioxide emissions minimization
Analyzes technology.
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3. MIT: Passive Safety Systems Validation (2022)

Experimental data on natural circulation cooling
Empirical proof of Gen-IV safety features in loss-of-power scenarios.
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4. IAEA: SMR Licensing Frameworks (2023)

Comparative analysis of 12 national regulatory approaches
Critical guidance for harmonizing international standards.
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5. INL: Fuel Cycle Flexibility in Advanced SMRs (2023)

HALEU/TRISO fuel performance simulations
Models waste reduction and extended operation cycles.
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Foundational Works