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The Yardbirds • Live! Blueswailing July ‘64

A couple months ago, I came across a video from a YouTuber I enjoy called “Smarter Every Day”. It was about his visit to the world’s first nuclear power plant, called EBR-1 (Experimental Breeder Reactor 1). Shortly into the video, I realized that this historical site is more or less in my back yard, up in central Idaho (about 3 hours away). So this past weekend we packed in the car and headed up to check it out in person.

It was an awesome day, and I’m sure we’ll be back again someday! They have done an exceptional job of maintaining the site, and it feels very much like it must have been in the 1950’s. They have guided tours, or you can explore at your own pace. I’ve attached the video (a little long at 45 mins), and some photos (my daughter is in most of them - sorry, lol). If you ever find yourself in central Idaho, I highly recommend the experience!

https://youtu.be/JVROsxtjoCw?si=xLdmAgCdy_XMT0zC

This one is NOT my photo (didn’t think to take one of the site)





This is a neat effect - there are 36 panes of glass with mineral oil filler to provided a way to visually inspect fuel rods. When you shine a light at the window, each pane reflects the light, giving the string of 36 dots.

nooshinjohn wrote: »

Three letters say it all... ASR

First thing I thought of when I read the OP's post.

SCompRacer wrote: »

No lie, I watched a guy try to repair a separated balljoint on his work truck with zip-ties and epoxy. Yes, I told him it wouldn't work and reality showed that Ii was right. Duct tape next time.