SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 27, 2026Interesting Engineering

Tiny fuel particles could power advanced nuclear reactors on Earth and in space

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Antares Nuclear signed a multi-year deal with Standard Nuclear to secure up to eight metric tons of TRISO fuel through 2035, powering compact microreactors for military bases, remote locations, and space missions. With $600 million raised and initial criticality achieved in 2026, Antares plans deployments to US military installations by 2028.

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