Nuclear energy;: An introduction to the concepts, systems, and applications of nuclear processes (Pergamon unified engineering series, v. 19)

Raymond LeRoy Murray

ISBN 10: 0080181635 / ISBN 13: 9780080181639

Edité par Pergamon Press, 1975

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Synopsis :

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Présentation de l'éditeur: Nuclear Energy, Fifth Edition provides nuclear engineers, plant designers and radiation physicists with a comprehensive overview of nuclear energy and its uses, discusses potential problems and provides an outlook for the futureNew and important trends are discussed including probabilistic safety analysis (PSA), deregulation of the electric power industry to permit competition in the supply of electricity; improvements in performance characteristics of nuclear power plants, such as capacity factor, production costs, and safety factors; storage and disposal of all types of radioactive wastes; advances in decontamination, decommissioning and reutilization; continued progress in evolutionary reactors; increased interest in the role of nuclear power in reducing pollution and global warming. Attention will also be given to the developments in such countries as Russia, Ukraine, France, Sweden, South Korea, China and Third World Countries. The author also looks at the problems of nuclear weapons proliferation and the potential threat from terrorist organizations or reckless countries. In addition, the author has identified Web sites and other electronic information sources to supplement all of the topics covered in this book.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Nuclear energy;: An introduction to the ...
Éditeur : Pergamon Press
Date d'édition : 1975
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : Good
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