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Non-Proliferation Issues for Generation IV Power Systems

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In the event of a revival of interest in nuclear energy, so-called Generation IV1 power systems will come into operation between 2030–2050. These systems should be highly economical, have enhanced safety features, give rise to a minimum of waste, and be proliferation resistant.

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Magill, J., Schenkel, R. (2001). Non-Proliferation Issues for Generation IV Power Systems. In: Kursunoglu, B.N., Mintz, S.L., Perlmutter, A. (eds) Global Warming and Energy Policy. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-1323-0_14

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