Summary of NQ150 Unique Features
- High power density due to very compact design and forced lead circulation (but natural circulation decay heat removal) – an order of magnitude greater than of the original ENHS
- All parts are prefabricated, allowing a very short construction time —months versus years
- Complete underground installation, minimizing physical and visual impact and maximizing safety and security
- Easy and cost-effective decommissioning process.
- Runaway chain reaction is not possible
- Walk-away safety due to efficient passive decay heat removal and autonomous load-following capability
- No on-site fuel handling and access to fuel
- Inherent proliferation resistance through sealed core design and lack of on-site fuel
handling.
- Fissile fuel inventory is preserved; enables nearly 100% Uranium utilization and very low transuranic waste if fuel recycling is used
These unique features result in small footprint of the NQ150 reactor, short construction time, small staff that relies on remote control and superb safety profile, all culminating in exceptional economic viability and energy generation security.