Advances in Modular Reactors: Design, Operation and Future Prospects

Advances in Modular Reactors: Design, Operation and Future Prospects | Authorea try { document.documentElement.classList.add('js'); } catch (e) { } var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'G-8VDV14Y67G']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); Skip to main content Preprints Collections Wiley Open Research IET Open Research Ecological Society of Japan All Collections About About Authorea FAQs Contact Us Quick Search anywhere Search for preprint articles, keywords, etc. Search Search ADVANCED SEARCH SCROLL This is a preprint and has not been peer reviewed. Data may be preliminary. 2 July 2025 V1 Latest version Share on Advances in Modular Reactors: Design, Operation and Future Prospects Authors : Camilo Prieto Valderrama 0009-0005-8292-3523 [email protected] and Diego Patiño Guevara Authors Info & Affiliations https://doi.org/10.22541/au.175148675.54896543/v1 178 views 121 downloads Contents Abstract Supplementary Material Information & Authors Metrics & Citations View Options References Figures Tables Media Share Abstract This article thoroughly investigates and analyzes the evolution, design, operation, and future potential of modular reactors in the field of nuclear energy. It addresses the key advantages of these systems, their inherent safety features, as well as the challenges and opportunities they present. Furthermore, the relevance of modular reactors in the context of transitioning towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources is discussed. The indicator related to the land use intensity in small modular reactors is addressed. Through an interdisciplinary approach, this article aims to shed light on the current state of modular reactor technology and provide an informed perspective on their role in the future energy generation. Results show that land use intensity index is between 0.07-0.08 m2/MWhy. SMRs have advantages such as safety, mass production and easy transportation; which enables their deployment in remote or isolated areas. Also, this technology can play a key role in the transition to cleaner and sustainable energy production, making them accessible for countries with limited budgets. However, SMRs are in a nascent state and more research is required to address aspects such as environmental impact, human risk, generation efficiency and integration with other energy sources. Supplementary Material File (envio 0800012023 art co 02 07 2025 a.docx) Download 1.74 MB Information & Authors Information Version history V1 Version 1 02 July 2025 Copyright This work is licensed under a Non Exclusive No Reuse License. Keywords modular reactors nuclear energy safety Authors Affiliations Camilo Prieto Valderrama 0009-0005-8292-3523 [email protected] Pontificia Universidad Javeriana View all articles by this author Diego Patiño Guevara Pontificia Universidad Javeriana View all articles by this author Metrics & Citations Metrics Article Usage 178 views 121 downloads .FvxKWukQNSOunydq8rnd { width: 100px; } Citations Download citation Camilo Prieto Valderrama, Diego Patiño Guevara. Advances in Modular Reactors: Design, Operation and Future Prospects. Authorea . 02 July 2025. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.175148675.54896543/v1 If you have the appropriate software installed, you can download article citation data to the citation manager of your choice. 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