Isbn: 9780266777205 - X-ray Measurements and Protection, 1913-1964: The Role of the National Bureau of Standards and the National Radiological Organizations (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the key role the National Bureau of Standards and the National Radiological Organizations played in the development of X-ray measurement and protection standards in the US from 1913 to 1964. The author explores the history of this field, which began in earnest in 1927, leading to the establishment of a firm measurement base. The book delves into the complex relationship between government and non-government organizations in shaping these standards and the challenges encountered along the way. It highlights the establishment of the first U.S. radiation programs and the development of x-ray generating equipment, quality measurements, and the certification of x-ray physicists. The author also examines the impact of these efforts on protecting radiologists and radiation workers from the harmful effects of excessive radiation exposure. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of radiation protection, the role of government and non-government organizations in shaping scientific standards, and the ongoing efforts to balance the benefits of radiation with the need to protect human health. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …