'A power bank for the AI era': China begins testing miniature, truck-mounted 10MW nuclear reactor designed to sustain massive data centers for decades without refueling while promising to make traditional dirty coal and diesel generators entirely obsolete
China has begun testing a truck-mounted 10MW miniature nuclear reactor designed to provide long-term, mobile power for AI data centers and remote areas without access to reliable electricity. The reactor, dubbed a 'nuclear power bank,' is intended to operate for decades without refueling and could reduce reliance on coal and diesel generators. Developed by the Hefei Institute of Physical Science, the unit emphasizes safety, portability, and adaptability for diverse energy needs.
- ▪China is testing the world's first 10MW vehicle-mounted nuclear power unit, capable of powering medium-sized AI data centers.
- ▪The mobile reactor is designed to operate for decades without refueling, offering a long-term energy solution for remote and unreliable grid areas.
- ▪Wu Yican, chief scientific adviser at the Institute of Nuclear Energy Safety Technology, described the unit as a safe, compact, and flexible 'nuclear power bank' for future energy demands.
- ▪Potential applications include emergency power, island and remote region supply, ship propulsion, space systems, and AI computing infrastructure.
- ▪The reactor aims to replace traditional fossil fuel-based generators by providing a clean, portable, and sustainable energy source.
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Pro 'A power bank for the AI era': China begins testing miniature, truck-mounted 10MW nuclear reactor designed to sustain massive data centers for decades without refueling while promising to make traditional dirty coal and diesel generators entirely obsolete News By Wayne Williams published 30 April 2026 The reactor can be transported to areas where power is unavailable or unreliable When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
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