Nuclear Energy: Selected Entries from the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology
- ISBN-10
- 1461457165
- ISBN-13
- 9781461457169
- Series
- Nuclear Energy
- Category
- Technology & Engineering
- Pages
- 530
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-12-12
- Publisher
- Springer Science & Business Media
- Author
- Nicholas Tsoulfanidis
Description
Nuclear Energy provides an authoritative reference on all aspects of the nuclear industry from fundamental reactor physics calculations to reactor design, nuclear fuel resources, nuclear fuel cycle, radiation detection and protection, and nuclear power economics. Featuring 19 peer-reviewed entries by recognized authorities in the field, this book provides comprehensive, streamlined coverage of fundamentals, current areas of research, and goals for the future. The chapters will appeal to undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and energy industry experts.
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