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Breeder reactor

technology Maturity 11-13

Some special machines make their own fuel.

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They use parts that are not fuel yet. The machine turns them into fuel. This helps us make more power. It is a very smart way to work.
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ANLWFuelConditioningFacility.jpg
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MSRE Core.JPG
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