#USArmy #Nuclear #Microreactors #FtBenning #Backup
I wonder why they aren't using to power the base? Intended to power things in event of electricity cut. The army doesn't want to be tied to diesel supply chain in an emergency.
The three 1-megawatt units will provide backup power to Lawson Army Airfield and other critical infrastructure if the regional grid fails.
https://defence-blog.com/tiny-nuclear-reactors-headed-to-a-georgia-u-s-army-base/