SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 20, 2025Interesting Engineering

US scientists harness laser to track molten salt nuclear reactor chemistry at 662°F

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Scientists have developed a new laser-based method to track chemical changes in molten salts in real time, advancing molten salt reactor technology. The technique uses laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy to measure elements and identify isotopes in molten salt at high temperatures, enabling more precise monitoring of reactor chemistry.

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