The US fast breeder reactor development programme

Introduction

U.S. Civilian Reactor Development Strategy

LMFBR Priority

LMFBR Program Implementation

Alternate Breeder Concepts

Organizing for Program Accomplishment

The Role of the National Laboratories in the Fast Breeder Program

Argonne National Laboratory

Hanford Engineering Development Laboratory

Liquid Metal Engineering Center

The Role of Industry in the Development of the Fast Breeder

Commercial Development of the Fast Breeder

LMFBR Economics & Development Potential

The Gas-Cooled Fast Breeder Reactor (GCFR) Development Program

Environmental Considerations

Conclusion