Federico Tassone
PhD thesis title: Advancements in Modeling High-Enriched Pu MOX Fuel for Gen-IV Liquid Metal Reactors
Academic Tutor: Marco Enrico Ricotti
Academic Supervisor: Giorgio Locatelli and Stefano Lorenzi
PhD cycle: 38° (see all student profiles of the same cycle > LINK)
BSc: Engineering Physics, Politecnico di Milano
MSc: Nuclear Engineering, Politecnico di Milano
Thesis abstract
My PhD thesis focuses on Gen-IV nuclear reactors, specifically the lead-cooled technology with a focus on the ALFRED reactor. I will analyze the coupling of the reactor with a molten salt thermal storage system or a hydrogen production plant from an economic perspective to determine the feasibility of integrating these systems with the reactor. Additionally, I will conduct financial analyses to identify the best financial structures to support the deployment of this technology. The ultimate objective is to develop a comprehensive business model, including risk analysis, revenues structures, and other key business components.
ANSELMUS projects will contribute to the safety assessment of heavy liquid metal systems, identify all verification and validation needs, validate key safety related sub-systems, improve the validation of numerical models, and will assess the societal impact of such reactors by analyzing the integration of LFR in a mixed energy landscape.
https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101061185
Personal interest in my research theme
Although they are aspects of crucial importance, the economic and financial analyses of nuclear power plants are often overlooked. I chose this research theme because understanding such aspects is essential for assessing their long-term feasibility and sustainability. This knowledge allows for robust business models development and economic competitiveness. This research will enable me to develop important tools and analysis not only for the lead technology, but for nuclear in general.
