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  United States Naval reactor information - Search.com
United States Naval reactors are given three-character designations consisting of a letter representing the ship type the reactor is designed for, a consecutive generation number, and a letter indicating the reactor's designer.
After defuelling, US practice is to cut the reactor section from the vessel for disposal in shallow land burial as low-level waste (see the Ship-Submarine recycling program).
A marine reactor was used to supply power (1.5 MWe) and heating to a US Antarctic base for ten years to 1972, testing the feasibility of such air-portable units for remote locations.
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  S8G reactor Encyclopedia
The S8G reactor is a naval reactor used by the United States Navy to provide electricity generation and propulsion on warships.
The S8G reactor was designed by General Electric for use on the Ohio class (SSGN/SSBN-726 class) submarines.
A land-based prototype of the reactor plant was built at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Ballston Spa, New York.
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  United States Naval reactor
United States Naval reactors are given three-character designations consisting of a letter representing the ship type the reactor is designed for, a consecutive generation number, and a letter indicating the reactor's designer.
After the Skate-class vessels, reactor development proceeded and in the USA a single series of standardised designs was built by both Westinghouse and General Electric, one reactor powering each vessel.
A marine reactor was used to supply power (1.5 MWe) to a US Antarctic base for ten years to 1972, testing the feasibility of such air-portable units for remote locations.
www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/un/United_States_Naval_reactor.html   (1005 words)

  
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Reactors are sited, designed, constructed, modified, operated, maintained, and decommissioned in a manner that gives adequate protection for health and safety and will be in accordance with uniform standards, guides, and codes which are consistent with those applied to comparable licensed reactors.
Reactor Facility, unless it is modified by words such as containment, vessel, or core, means the entire reactor facility including the housing, equipment, and associated areas devoted to the operation and maintenance of one or more reactor cores.
Reactor Operations are all those activities or functions involved in operating and using a reactor which, for purposes of this Order, begin with the initial loading of fuel in the reactor vessel and end with the removal of fuel to officially decommission or place the reactor in a standby status.
www.directives.doe.gov /pdfs/doe/doetext/oldord/5480/o54806.html   (4408 words)

  
 United States Naval reactor
United States Naval reactors are given three-character designations consisting of a letter representing the ship type the reactor is designed for, a consecutive generation number, and a letter indicating the reactor's designer.
After the Skate-class vessels, reactor development proceeded and in the USA a single series of standardised designs was built by both Westinghouse and General Electric, one reactor powering each vessel.
A marine reactor was used to supply power (1.5 MWe) to a US Antarctic base for ten years to 1972, testing the feasibility of such air-portable units for remote locations.
www.fastload.org /un/United_States_Naval_reactor.html   (1043 words)

  
 STAR WARS: Power Technologies
During normal cruising, the reactor output may be reduced by orders of magnitude, although it probably isn't possible to completely turn off a large hypermatter reactor (like that of a star destroyer).
Fuel feeding rates may be as highly variable as the reactor output levels, which could be raised or lowered by orders of magnitude within minutes (judging by the known feats and performance of particular observed warships).
In a mishap, disruption of the reactor vessel starves the holes of fuel.
www.theforce.net /swtc/power.html   (4635 words)

  
 Reference.com/Encyclopedia/S8G reactor
The S8G reactor is a naval reactor used by the United States Navy to provide electricity generation and propulsion on warships.
This nuclear reactor utilizes natural circulation which is capable of operating at a significant fraction of full power without reactor coolant pumps.
The S8G reactor was designed by General Electric for use on the Ohio class (SSGN/SSBN-726 class) submarines.
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 Science Fair Projects - S8G reactor
The S8G reactor is the eighth nuclear fission reactor design finalized for use in powering U.
It is a natural circulation reactor, capable of operating at a significant fraction of full power without reactor coolant pumps.
A land-based prototype of the reactor plant, built near Ballston Spa, New York, was used for testing and crew training throughout the 1980s.
www.all-science-fair-projects.com /science_fair_projects_encyclopedia/S8G_reactor   (283 words)

  
 S5G reactor - ExampleProblems.com
The S5G nuclear reactor, the fifth submarine reactor designed by General Electric, was installed as a land based prototype at the Nuclear Power Training Unit, Idaho National Engineering Laboratory near Idaho Falls, Idaho and on Narwhal (SSN-671).
Reactor primary coolant pumps are one of the primary sources of noise from submarines, and the elimination of coolant pumps and associated equipment would also reduce mechanical complexity and the volume required by propulsion equipment.
Its design was the direct ancestor of the S8G reactor used in the Ohio-class submarines.
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 S8G reactor Information
The S8G reactor is the eighth nuclear fission reactor design finalized for use in powering U.
The S stands for submarine, 8 for 8th reactor design, and G for General Electric.
A land-based prototype of the reactor plant, built near Ballston Spa, New York, was used for testing and crew training throughout the 1980s.
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 Reference.com/Encyclopedia/S5G reactor
The S5G reactor is a prototype naval reactor designed for the United States Navy to provide electricity generation and propulsion on warships.
This nuclear reactor was installed both as a land-based prototype at the Nuclear Power Training Unit, Idaho National Engineering Laboratory near Idaho Falls, Idaho, and on board the USS Narwhal (SSN-671).
Reactor primary coolant pumps are one of the primary sources of noise from submarines, and the elimination of coolant pumps and associated equipment would also reduce mechanical complexity and the space required by propulsion equipment.
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 Appendix - The Russian Northern Fleet
The prototype was fitted with a small reactor generating a power of 20 MWt and 2 500 shp.[619] There were considerable technical problems with this submarine, and the prototype was the only one built.
This reactor was used for the first time on board a vessel of the Vanguard class, which is slated to replace the Resolution class of submarines.
A reactor based on the prototype was installed in the first of the Le Redoutable class of ballistic missile submarines.
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 S5G reactor at AllExperts
The S5G nuclear reactor, the fifth submarine reactor designed by General Electric, was installed as a land based prototype at the Nuclear Power Training Unit, Idaho National Engineering Laboratory near Idaho Falls, Idaho and on Narwhal (SSN-671).
Reactor primary coolant pumps are one of the primary sources of noise from submarines, and the elimination of coolant pumps and associated equipment would also reduce mechanical complexity and the volume required by propulsion equipment.
Its design was the direct ancestor of the S8G reactor used in the Ohio-class submarines.
en.allexperts.com /e/s/s/s5g_reactor.htm   (298 words)

  
 USS Florida (SSGN 728)
There were no personnel casualties but minor injuries to four personnel as a result of the fire.
FLORIDA’s S8G reactor, after more than 20 years of operation, will be getting a refueling that will be good for the remainder of the ship’s operational life.
The SSGN conversion will involve modifying the 40-foot-long Trident launch tubes to carry 154 Tomahawk or new generation cruise missiles, installing diver lock-out chambers and landing pads for dry deck shelters and advanced SEAL delivery system, and extra berthing and storage for 66 special forces personnel.
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 US Nuclear Propulsion - Archived 8/2001
The D1W reactor was intended to replace the pair of D2G reactors used in existing surface combatants and was intended to deliver 60,000 shp.
This family of reactors was not regarded as being efficient since reactor shielding weight does not decline in proportion to reduced power output.
In 1985 and 1986, reactor plant engineering, thermal and hydraulic studies were conducted, and the development of systems to ensure safe reactor operation continued.
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 Definition of fusion reactor
It is a [[liquid metal reactor]] using pure [[sodium]] to cool the core instead...
With one reactor running, steam plants split, on one shaft, they c...
is inherently safe; failures in some part of the reactor would simply lead to a system shutdown, rather th...
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Power output was doubled to 120,000 shp, with two of the reactors being used for each of the new carriers, giving a total installed power of 240,000 shp (the USS Nimitz is reported to have developed 260,000 shp in trials).
The reactor was redesignated Submarine Reactor Small (SRS), then later became the S1C for the land-based prototype and S2C for the service reactor installed in the very small submarine USS Tullibee.
Operational Reactor Development work was to include the design, development, test and evaluation of reactor refueling equipment and methods to support the initial SSBN-726 Ohio class refueling, the defueling of power units aboard CVN-65 USS Enterprise and the continued CVN-68 Nimitz class refueling.
www.forecastinternational.com /archive/ws/ws0265.doc   (5489 words)

  
 NAVY - DOE - GE CORRUPTION   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
The S8G Plant is investigating for reduction gear, main engine and steam piping damage.
The Incident was not reported to appropriate officials, and during a town meeting held in Saratoga Springs in December 1990 the DOE denied that any nuclear reactor accidents had ever occurred at the Kesselring site.
Workers are required to work in the reactor area under these conditions.
www.mindspring.com /~kapl/jpsreactors01.html   (312 words)

  
 Essays Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
Utilizing a new, larger nuclear reactor, the submarine could effectively carry 24 Trident I (C-4) missiles.
Powered by a 90,000-horsepower nuclear-fueled GE S8G reactor, the Ohio had an officially stated speed of 46+ kph (25+ knots), but analysts estimate that it can attain up to 74 kph (40 knots) for short periods.
But neither the speed nor the diving capacity of the Tridents constituted their main strength: instead, their capability for stealth was unmatched in the world.
www.fofweb.com /Subscription/Science/Helicon.asp?SID=2&iPin=ffests0806   (625 words)

  
 Submarine Centennial Chronology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
She is outfitted with the S6G reactor plant.
She is outfitted with the S8G reactor plant.
She is outfitted with the S6W reactor plant.
www.chinfo.navy.mil /navpalib/cno/n87/history/chrono.html   (3046 words)

  
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His tyrannical supervision of all things related to reactor plant operation and safety gave us that legacy.
You never hear anything about S8G (always a good sign) but the Tridents have had a very very good run.
I think Soviet designs were made possible by their ability to have high power-density reactor plants which let them have a great frontal area and great drag coefficients and still get reasonable performance.
www.strategypage.com /militaryforums/462-2975.aspx   (859 words)

  
 U.S. Submarines Chronology: A Century of Silent Service
She is outfitted with the S6G reactor plant.
She is outfitted with the S8G reactor plant and twenty-four missile launch tubes.
She is outfitted with the S6W reactor plant.
www.hlla.com /reference/subs.html   (2953 words)

  
 Military.com Content
Given their wide operational area (70 percent of the world's surface is covered by water), the SSBN represents the most survivable and unreachable "leg" of America's land, sea, and air nuclear deterrence tripod.
Built to accommodate the Improved Trident I ballistic missile and relying on advances pioneered by the Narwhal's natural circulation reactor as well as the advanced sensor capabilities of the Los Angeles class fast attack submarines, the Ohio class SSBNs are the most advanced ballistic missile submarines in the world.
As a result, only four of the original eight will be backfitted with the Trident II missile, while the rest will either be converted to SSGN cruise missile boats, Special Operations support ships (similar to the SSN640 class) or decommissioned.
www.military.com /Content/MoreContent1?file=SubSpecial_Ohio   (344 words)

  
 MY RESUME
The ETA is responsible not only for the safe operation and maintenance of all prototype systems including mechanical, electrical, and reactor controls, but also for the training and timely qualification enlisted, officer, and civilian Lockheed Martin Employed production students assigned to my crew.
The EOOW is responsible for the entire operation of the multi-million dollar platform including personnel and reactor safety with emphasis on verbatim compliance.
This qualification is normally for E-7 and above personnel assign to the prototype, but I was selected to qualified this watch as and E-6 with less then 7 years in the Navy due to demonstrated superior performance.
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 Los Angeles Class SSNs
Sound Emissions: The 688 Class were the quietest Attack Boats in service with any navy during the 1970s ~ 80s, being far quieter than the Soviet Victor I, II, III and Alfa Class SSNs which were the standard nuclear submarines of the Soviet Navy at the time.
Sound Emissions: The 688s with VLS were the quietest Attack Boats in service with any navy during the 1980s, being far quieter than the Soviet Victor I, II, III and Alfa Class SSNs, and were suitable match for the Akula Class SSNs which were the standard nuclear submarines of the Soviet Navy at the time.
Sound Emissions: The 688Is are among the quietest Attack Boats in service with any navy today, being far quieter than the Soviet Victor I, II, III and Alfa Class SSNs, and are more than a match for the Akula Class SSNs which were the standard nuclear submarines of the Soviet Navy during the 1980's.
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 KingsBayPeriscope.com: Getting to know you ... 05/25/06
The first was the engineering refueling overhaul and the second was the SSGN conversion.
Florida is powered by a S8G reactor and, after 20 years of operation, the reactor was refueled.
This process was completed in April and will sustain the boat for the rest of its operational life.
www.kingsbayperiscope.com /stories/052506/kin_crewadjusts001.shtml   (968 words)

  
 Toronto Catalog   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
Two NPTUs are moored training ships (MTS) using S5W reactors located at the Naval Weapons Station in Charleston, SC., and two additional NPTUs are surface prototype units using a S5W reactor and a S8G reactor located in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Along with the normal duties of a propulsion mechanic, they are responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the auxiliary equipment in support of the naval reactors under their care.
Later in his career, the MMN will qualify his/her Senior In-Rate watchstation (Chief Reactor Watch for surface MMNs in Reactor Mechanical division, Chief Machinery Operator for those in Machinery Division, and Engine Room Supervisor for submariners) and receive the supervisory NEC of 3395 or 3365 as appropriate.
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 Golden Age Weaponsmiths Ohio class Submarines
The old engine was replaced by a more advanced fusion reactor which is both safer and easier to refuel.
The ship has four torpedo tubes but this is not the submarine's main weaponry, the submarine's main weaponry are twenty four ballistic missiles with fourteen maneuverable reentry vehicles on each missile.
The submarine is -40% to detect when traveling at less that 5 knots and is at -20% to detect when traveling at speeds greater than that.
www.kitsune.addr.com /Rifts/Rifts-Earth-Vehicles/Golden_Age/GAW_Ohio_Submarines.htm   (1755 words)

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