Nuclear power generation involves producing electricity by using the heat energy released during nuclear fission in a nuclear reactor. This process is similar to thermal power generation, but instead of thermal boilers, nuclear reactors and steam generators are used, with nuclear fission energy replacing the chemical energy of fossil fuels.
Nuclear power is considered one of the cleanest energy sources due to its high efficiency and low environmental impact. As a result, nuclear power generation has strong long-term growth prospects. The safety, sealing, anti-corrosive properties, and reliability of nuclear valves play a critical role in the performance of nuclear power station systems. These stations consist of both conventional and nuclear islands, and as such, valves are categorized into nuclear classes 1, 2, and 3, or non-nuclear.
