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affect any current program. However, with the economic advantages of nuclear power, and the beneficial effect that domestically produced nuclear fuel has on the balance of payments, government support could be expected. 3. Is nuclear power technically feasible? Definitely. Nuclear power proved itself with the N. S. Savannah. Using a Babcock & Wilcox Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) of the spread- out design, the Savannah achieved an availability of 99.88% over almost half a million miles. An unparalleled performance in the history of mechanical marine propul- sion. Now, a second generation of nuclear reactors, designed by Babcock&Wilcox, is having similarsuccess intheGerman ore carrier Otto Hahn. This Consolidated Nuclear Steam Generator (CNSG-Mk I) is a much more compact system with flow passages within the reactor vessel itself.This eliminates the need for the external piping of the earlier models and offers significant savings in both space and weight Actually, in a 120,000 SHP ship, fossil-fired boilers with their fuel take up approxi- mately 400% more space than a nuclear plant.This more productive utilization of space is further assurance of the economic feasibility of nuclear power. The next logical question is: "Who has the most mana- gerial, technological and operating background to work with you in developing your own nuclear marine program?" The answer: Babcock & Wilcox. B&W pioneered in marine nuclear propulsion with the Savannah and Otto Hahn. B&W worked with the Mari- time Administration in the application of the Consoli- dated Nuclear Steam Gen- erator to marine propulsion. We have a familiarity with the AEC and government.There's our experience in designing and building land based nu- clear power generation systems for public utilities. Plus nearly 100 years of build- ing steam boilers for both land and sea use. It all adds up to a capa- bility that should be consulted when you are thinking of designing a new, large merchant ship. We welcome the opportunity to answer any questions you may have on marine nuclear design, engineering, economics, applications and regulations. Babcock & Wilcox, Government Marketing, Nuclear Power Generation Division, Lynchburg, Virginia 24505. Babcock & Wilcox •
