Government scientists in China have presented designs for a first-of-its-kind experimental nuclear reactor that does not require water cooling. According to a statement from the Gansu provincial administration, construction on the thorium-based molten salt reactor is anticipated to be completed this month, with the first tests starting as early as September.

Thorium instead of uranium: China set to begin first trials of a waterless nuclear reactor

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Thorium instead of uranium: China set to begin first trials of a waterless nuclear reactor