How many years did Admiral Rickover serve?

63 years
Hyman G. Rickover, the crusty and outspoken naval officer who became the father of the nuclear Navy, died this morning at at his home in Arlington, Va. He was 86 years old. The admiral served as an officer for 63 years, longer than any other naval officer in American history.

Where is Admiral Rickover buried?

Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA
Hyman G. Rickover/Place of burial
Rickover is buried in Section 5 at Arlington National Cemetery. His first wife Ruth is buried with him and the name of his second wife Eleonore is inscribed on his gravestone.

Is the American fast-reactor program still in development?

The American fast-reactor development program was canceled in 1995, but U.S. interest might be revived under the Generation IV initiative. Most nuclear reactors employ a thermal, or relatively low energy, neutron-emissions spectrum.

Is it time to reconsider the future of nuclear power?

Clearly, the time seems right to reconsider the future of nuclear power. No new nuclear plant has been ordered in the U.S. since 1978, nor has a plant been finished since 1995.

How will the next wave of nuclear innovation transform the energy sector?

A new wave of innovation is on its way, and it’s going to completely transform the energy sector. Nuclear plays a pivotal role in protecting our clean air, strengthening our national security and spurring the economy.

Can we use gas as a core coolant in nuclear reactors?

Gas-Cooled Reactors Nuclear reactors using gas (usually helium or carbon dioxide) as a core coolant have been built and operated successfully but have achieved only limited use to date. An especially exciting prospect known as the pebble-bed modular reactor possesses many design features that go a good way toward meeting Generation IV goals.