SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 28, 2025Interesting Engineering

US makes radiation-proof microchips that endure 1,832°F heat inside nuclear reactors

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University of Maine researchers created radiation-proof microchips that survive extreme nuclear reactor conditions up to 1,832°F. These sensors successfully measure reactor power where commercial sensors fail, potentially transforming nuclear reactor monitoring.

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