Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering

J. Kenneth Shultis; Richard E. Faw

ISBN 10: 0824708342 / ISBN 13: 9780824708344

Published by CRC Press, 2002

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Synopsis:

Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering provides an ideal introduction to the subject. The first half of the text reviews the important results of "modern" physics and introduces the fundamentals of nuclear science. The second half introduces the theory of nuclear reactors and its application in electrical power production and propulsion. It also surveys many other applications of nuclear technology encountered in space research, industry, and medicine. Each chapter contains extensive problem sets, and appendices at the end of the text furnish large amounts of practical data that enable students to perform a wealth of calculations.

Among the myriad concepts, principles, and applications addressed in this text, Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering

Describes sources of radiation, radiation interactions, and the results of such interactions

Summarizes developments in the creation of atomic and nuclear models

Develops the kinematics and energetics of nuclear reactions and radioactivity

Identifies and assesses biological risks associated with ionizing radiation

Presents the theory of nuclear reactors and their dynamic behavior

Discusses the design and characteristics of modern nuclear power reactors

Summarizes the nuclear fuel cycle and radioactive waste management

Describes methods for directly converting nuclear energy into electricity

Presents an overview of nuclear propulsion for ships and space crafts

Explores the use of nuclear techniques in medical therapy and diagnosis

Covers basic concepts in theory of special relativity, wave-particle duality, and quantum mechanics

Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering builds the background students embarking on the study of nuclear engineering and technology need to understand and quantify nuclear phenomena and to move forward into higher-level studies.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and ...
Publisher: CRC Press
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket