SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 8, 2024Interesting Engineering

Russia launches world’s most powerful nuclear icebreaker with 350 MW thermal capacity

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Russia launched Chukotka, the world's strongest nuclear icebreaker, capable of breaking 2.8-meter ice with 350 MW thermal power, as part of its strategy to increase Northern Sea Route cargo traffic and build more icebreakers.

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