This company develops modular, high-temperature gas reactors for electricity and process heat generation, enabling decarbonization. Their technology aims to provide a safer and more cost-effective nuclear energy solution compared to traditional reactors.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Existing nuclear reactor designs face challenges in cost-effectiveness and construction efficiency, hindering the widespread adoption of nuclear energy. Traditional construction methods and complex designs contribute to high capital costs and extended project timelines.
Solution
Boston Atomics is developing the MIGHTR (Modular Integrated Gas High Temperature Reactor), a novel high-temperature gas reactor (HTGR) concept designed for modular construction and cost reduction. By re-orienting the reactor components horizontally, MIGHTR aims to simplify construction, reduce lifting requirements, and improve overall project efficiency. This approach facilitates the use of modular construction techniques, potentially lowering capital costs by up to 30% compared to traditional nuclear power plants. MIGHTR is designed to supply both electricity and process heat, enabling decarbonization across multiple sectors.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes utilities, industrial companies requiring process heat, and government entities seeking advanced nuclear energy solutions.
Features
- Horizontal reactor design to reduce the vertical component of construction, simplifying erection and lowering lifting requirements
- Modular construction techniques for faster and more cost-effective deployment
- High-temperature gas reactor (HTGR) technology for enhanced safety and efficiency
- Potential for supplying both electricity and process heat for industrial applications
- Design based on insights from the Next Generation Nuclear Plant (NGNP) program
- Multi-disciplinary design approach integrating civil and nuclear engineering considerations
- Actively involved in R&D with universities and national labs