Developing Nuclear Micro-Reactors for use in Space and on Earth
RAeS Solent Branch Hosted Joint Lecture
About
In this lecture, James will introduce the Rolls-Royce Micro-Reactor and explain how advancements in Nuclear technology are unlocking the potential in this concept for a small, resilient power source.
He will discuss potential applications including terrestrial power generation, the NASA Artemis mission, and nuclear propulsion for exploration beyond the Moon.
In conclusion, he will summarise the Rolls-Royce programme, including the recently announced UK Space Agency contract to develop the design and supporting technologies, and consider the wider opportunities for UK industry.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
20 Nov 2024
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Organiser
- Solent Local Network
Registration information
No pre-registration required
Speakers
James Montgomery
Chief Design Engineer - Novel Nuclear and Special Projects - Rolls-Royce
James Montgomery is Chief Design Engineer for Rolls-Royce’s ‘Micro-Reactor’, a new product line under development to provide resilient power for both Terrestrial and Extra-terrestrial users.
James’ 16 year career at Rolls-Royce has included design roles on the Marine Trent engine (powering the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers), on the Trent 900 (powering the Airbus A380) and in the team tasked with developing Additive Layer Manufacturing for the Company.
James progressed to Assistant Chief Design Engineer for the Trent XWB (powering the Airbus A350), before joining the Micro-Reactor project in 2022.
Programme
Open to All - Admission Free
Members and non-Members Welcome
18:00 - Doors open
18:30 - Lecture starts
Physics Building
Lecture Theatre C
Room 46/2005
University of Southampton,
SO17 1PS
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