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The Execution Layer

Jul 9, 2026 Daniella Sussman 8 min read Members
The Execution Layer
Aalo Atomics unveils its completed Critical Test Reactor at Idaho National Laboratory, March 2026. Less than four months later, on July 4, the reactor achieved initial criticality, the fourth advanced design to reach the milestone under Department of Energy authorization. Image: Aalo Atomics.
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