Nuclear Energy: An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes

by Raymond L. Murray

Overview

Nuclear Energy is one of the most popular texts ever published on basic nuclear physics, systems, and applications of nuclear energy. This newest edition continues the tradition of offering a holistic treatment of everything the undergraduate engineering student needs to know in a clear and accessible way. Presented is a comprehensive overview of radioactivity, radiation protection, nuclear reactors, waste disposal, and nuclear medicine.

• New coverage on nuclear safety concerns following 9/11, including radiation and terrorism, nuclear plant security, and use of nuclear techniques to detect weapons materials
• New facts on nuclear waste management, including the Yucca Mountain repository
• New developments in the use of nuclear-powered systems for generating cheap and abundant hydrogen from water using nuclear technology
• New information on prospects for new nuclear power reactors and their applications for electricity and desalination
• New end-of-chapter Exercises and Answers, lists of Internet resources, and updated references

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781483287867
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	10/22/2013
Series:	ISSN
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Nuclear Engineering Department, North Carolina State University, USA (deceased)

Table of Contents

Part I BASIC CONCEPTS 1 Energy 2 Atoms and Nuclei 3 Radioactivity 4 Nuclear Processes 5 Radiation and Materials 6 Fission 7 Fusion

Part II NUCLEAR SYSTEMS 8 Particle Accelerators 9 Isotope Separators 10 Radiation Detectors 11 Neutron Chain Reactions 12 Nuclear Heat Energy 13 Breeder Reactors 14 Fusion Reactors Part III NUCLEAR ENERGY AND MAN 15 The History of Nuclear Energy 16 Biological Effects of Radiation 17 Information from Isotopes 18 Useful Radiation Effects 19 Reactor Safety and Security 20 Nuclear Propulsion 21 Radiation Protection 22 Radioactive Waste Disposal 23 Laws, Regulations, and Organizations 24 Energy Economics 25 International Nuclear Power 26 Nuclear Explosions 27 The Future Appendix Conversion Factors Atomic and Nuclear Data Answers to Exercises Comments Computer Programs

Editorial Reviews

Updating the volume from its last edition in 1993, Murray (nuclear engineering, emeritus, North Carolina State U.) incorporates new research and developments in the field into this overview of the many aspects of nuclear science and technology for students, nuclear engineers, and anyone who needs to understand nuclear processes. Sections cover basic concepts, nuclear systems, and nuclear energy and man (sic). Appendices list conversion factors, atomic and nuclear data, answers to chapter exercises, information on the Internet, and computer programs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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