Refueling a NUCLEAR REACTOR – Smarter Every Day 311

Destin scores an all-access pass to TVA’s Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant and walks us through the mind-blowing process of swapping out spent fuel rods in a pressurized water reactor. Along the way you’ll see custom cranes, underwater refueling machines, serious safety choreography and a peek at the science that keeps nuclear power humming safely.

It’s part engineering tour, part behind-the-scenes adventure—and Destin’s knack for breaking down complex tech makes the whole thing both fascinating and surprisingly easy to follow.

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