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Dare to dream…

Small Modular Reactor (SMR) by Westinghouse

225MW

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On the tail of getting the go-ahead from the federal government to build the first new nuclear reactors in the U.S. in over 30 years, Westinghouse is aiming small. This year the company will start fuel tests for its Small Modular Reactor (SMR) in Columbia, S.C. With an output of 225 megawatts, the SMR is considerably smaller than traditional reactors and can be built in pieces and assembled on-site. All the critical parts fit within the 89-foot-high containment vessel, unlike full-size reactors, which can reach upward of 250 feet. The safety mechanisms differ too: Instead of relying on electromagnetically triggered control rods in a meltdown, the SMR uses natural convection and condensation—which don’t depend on electricity to work—to cool down. Plus, the SMR sits underground to minimize damage if radiation is released. Westinghouse must still get approval from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which the company hopes for in 2014.

When I look at that shape my mind sees a crew compartment on top, and ION engine nozzles on the bottom.

Built in space and aimed at the stars! (well not really, too slow) At the least she would open up the exploration and development of the Solar System to mankind.

Name?   The “Heinlein”.  Natch!

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God bless

All together, Yeah!!

 

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PSA #1

Olive Oil 101: How to choose oils with the most health benefits

“When you taste a really, really great olive oil, you might notice a peppery finish build in the back of the throat – this tingle,” Coleman said. “And what causes that is oleocanthal, which is an antioxidant.  The more of that peppery burn you feel, the higher the presence of antioxidants in the oil and the healthier it is for the body.”

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I didn’t know that, thats good to know!

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Nice summary

Listen

Learn

no obamacare for YOUno justise

spin that

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Doug: Navy Fighter Pilot’s Expresses Opinion on Drones

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NAVY Fighter Pilot’s Opinion on Drones

“Drones will not … be late to briefings, start fights at happy hour, destroy clubs, attempt to seduce others’ dates, purchase huge watches, insult other Services, sing “O’Leary’s Balls,” dance on tables, yell ~ “Show us your tits!!!” or do all of the other things that we know win wars!”

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I have one other question…who is he waving at

Who is he waving at?

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Say it with pictures!

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IRS

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Economy

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Liberals

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Did America Move?

The Kiss……………..

Obama is thinking: “This proves I am not a Muslim – no Muslim would kiss a pig”

Pelosi is thinking: “I’ve had so many face lifts, you are actually kissing my ass”

H/T Doverthere

GOP Congressman Mike Kelly Receives Standing Ovation After He Rips IRS Commissioner

REP. MIKE KELLY (R-PA): This has nothing to do with political parties. This has to do with highly targeted groups. This reconfirms everything the American public believes. This is a huge blow to the faith and trust that the American people have in their government. Is there any limit to the scope where you folks can go? Is there anything at all? Is there any way that we could ask you is there any question that you should have asked?

My goodness. How much money do you have in your wallet? Who do you get emails from? Whose sign do you put up in your front yard? This is a tax question? And you don’t think that’s intimidating? It’s sure as hell intimidating. And I don’t know that I got any answers from you today. And I don’t know that — what Mr. George said is great work — but you know what? There’s a heck of a lot more that has to come out in this. Any anybody that sat here today and listened to what you had to say, I am more concerned today than I was before, and the fact that you all can do just about anything you want to anybody?

You know, you can put anybody out of business that you want. Any time you want. I gotta tell you. You could talk about how you’re a horribly run organization, if you’re on the other side of the fence, you’re not giving that excuse. And the IRS comes in, you’re not allowed to be shoddy, you’re not allowed to be run horribly, you’re not allowed to make mistakes, you’re not allowed to do one damn thing that doesn’t come in compliance, and if you do, you’re held responsible right then. I just think the American people have seen what’s going on right now in their government. This is absolutely an overreach and this is an outrage for all Americans.

Applause? HELL! How about a 21 gun salute!!??

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