Safety
Safety built into the physics.
Built into every part of the design, which also removes refueling, fuel handling and spent-fuel systems.
Full-scale prototype, non-fueled
Subcritical by design
Normal operation is subcritical, sustained by an integrated neutron source. Remove the source and the reaction stops.
Walk-away safe
A walk-away safety design with passive emergency cooling.
Compact by design
Designed for containerized deployment. No reliance on control rod motion during operation, a minimal shutdown absorber system, and reduced vessel height and penetrations make a fundamentally smaller reactor.
Safeguards by design
Natural thorium needs no enrichment, reduces safeguard requirements and minimizes proliferation risk.
Every unit, watched in real time.
A command center monitors and controls every deployed unit for performance and rapid response.
Engaging the NRC early.
On October 5, 2026, AMPERA submitted a Regulatory Engagement Plan to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in the pre-application phase. It expects to file its combined manufacturing and fuel fabrication facility license application by October 2027.