SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 5, 2025Interesting Engineering

US engineer explores sponge-like nuclear reactor shield to resist earthquakes

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An engineer is creating particle dampers to shield nuclear reactors and other energy structures from earthquakes by absorbing seismic vibrations through colliding particles in cavities, with potential applications across diverse soil conditions and seismic zones.

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