China Building a 'Nuclear' Aircraft Carrier

Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers would give China's growing navy new reach, and researchers say it's working on the reactor to power one
A nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, like American carriers, would be a major jump for China, giving its navy a global reach.
A look at the research revealing China's work on prototype nuclear reactor to power aircraft carrier
China has built a land-based prototype nuclear reactor for a large surface warship, in the clearest sign yet Beijing is advancing toward producing the country’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier,
Challenging China? French nuclear-powered carrier could visit Japan, Philippines
France's Charles de Gaulle is also expected to carry out Exercise Pacific Steller around the waters near Guam.
The U.S. Navy's Worst Nightmare: China Building a 'Nuclear' Aircraft Carrier
China’s recent construction of a land-based nuclear reactor prototype signals its determination to build a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, elevating the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) from a regional force to a global challenger.
Satellite images and documents indicate China working on nuclear propulsion for new aircraft carrier
China has a fleet of three aircraft carriers, all conventionally powered, but a nuclear-powered carrier, according to experts, will place China in the exclusive ranks of first-class naval powers.
China's nuclear power generation capacity tops world rankings
China's total nuclear power generation capacity, including units in operation, under construction and officially approved, ranks first in the world, according to the China Energy Research Society (CERS).
Satellite Analysis Reveals China's Work on Nuclear Aircraft Carrier
New satellite analysis reveals that China has developed a land-based prototype nuclear reactor for a large surface warship.
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The Pentagon confirmed to Newsweek that it warned China in advance about a test launch of a United States nuclear missile ...
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Canada set to become nuclear ‘superpower’ with enough uranium to beat China, Russia
With large uranium reserves, Canada can become a one-stop shop for enriched uranium for nations investing in nuclear energy.
U.S. Should Forge Concord With China On Exploring Moon, Scholars Say
The space superpowers set to land astronauts on the Moon - the U.S. and China - should forge a lunar peace pact protecting ...
China's CHN Energy starts up massive offshore solar park
China's state-owned CHN Energy has begun power generation at a 1 gigawatt (GW) offshore floating solar park, according to a statement on the company's website on Wednesday.
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China’s Nuclear Submarine Threat is Real
China's rapid military modernization includes a significant nuclear submarine program, aiming to counter the U.S. and its ...
Meet the Air Force's WC-135R 'nuke sniffer' aircraft designed to detect nuclear explosions
North Korea's latest launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on Oct. 31 underscores the unusual aircraft's importance ...
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China's H-20 Stealth Bomber: It Can Be Explained in 2 Words
A 'Big Threat' - China’s military advances continue to accelerate, particularly in nuclear capabilities with the H-20 stealth bomber. Designed to enhance China’s nuclear triad by adding an air-based ...
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Paladin Energy’s Fission deal in limbo as Ottawa probes national security implications of China influence
Investors are unsure whether Australia-based Paladin Energy Ltd.’s proposed acquisition of Fission Uranium Corp. FCU-T will ...