Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
Silicon Carbide: A Revolutionary Material for Lunar Habitats Introduction Researchers have successfully extracted silicon carbide (SiC) from simulated moon soil. This breakthrough could lead to the development of SiC-based composites for building lunar habitats , offering superior durability, thermal stability, and radiation resistance. About Silicon Carbide (SiC) What is Silicon Carbide? Also known as Carborundum , SiC is a synthetic crystalline compound of silicon (Si) and carbon (C) . It occurs naturally in very small amounts as the rare mineral moissanite but is primarily manufactured for industrial use. Properties of Silicon Carbide Extremely Hard – Has a hardness of 9.5 on the Mohs scale (just below diamond). High Thermal Conductivity – Efficient at dissipating heat, making it useful in high-temperature environments . Excellent Resistance to Wear & Oxidation – Ideal for extreme conditions like space and lunar surfaces . Chemically Inert – Highly resistant to mo...