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Since the publication of the bestselling first edition, there have been numerous advances in the field of nuclear science. In medicine, accelerator based teletherapy and electron-beam therapy have become standard. New demands in national security have stimulated major advances in nuclear instrumentation.An ideal introduction to the fundamentals of nuclear science and engineering, this book presents the basic nuclear science needed to understand and quantify an extensive range of nuclear phenomena. New to the Second Edition-- A chapter on radiation detection by Douglas McGregor Up-to-date coverage of radiation hazards, reactor designs, and medical applications Flexible organization of material that allows for quick reference This edition also takes an in-depth look at particle accelerators, nuclear fusion reactions and devices, and nuclear technology in medical diagnostics and treatment. In addition, the author discusses applications such as the direct conversion of nuclear energy into electricity. The breadth of coverage is unparalleled, ranging from the theory and design characteristics of nuclear reactors to the identification of biological risks associated with ionizing radiation. All topics are supplemented with extensive nuclear data compilations to perform a wealth of calculations. Providing extensive coverage of physics, nuclear science, and nuclear technology of all types, this up-to-date second edition of Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering is a key reference for any physicists or engineer.

Table of Contents:
FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS
Modern Units
The Atom
Chart of Nuclides
MODERN PHYSICS CONCEPTS
The Special Theory of Relativity
Radiation as Waves and Particles
Quantum Mechanics
Derivation of Some Special Relativity Results
Solutions to Schrodinger’s Wave Equation
ATOMIC/NUCLEAR MODELS
Development of the Modern Atom Model
Models of the Nucleus
NUCLEAR ENERGETICS
Binding Energy
Nucleon Separation Energy
Nuclear Reactions
Examples of Binary Nuclear Reactions
Q-Value for a Reaction
Conservation of Charge and the Calculation of Q-values
Q-Value for reactions Producing Excited Nuclei
RADIOACTIVITY
Overview
Types of Radioactive Decay
Radioactive Decay Diagrams
Energetics of Radioactive Decay
Characteristics of Radioactive Decay
Decay Dynamics
Naturally Occurring Radionuclides
Radiodating
Radioactive Decay Data
BINARY NUCLEAR REACTIONS
Types of Binary Reactions
Kinematics of Binary Two-Product Nuclear Reactions
Reaction Threshold Energy
Applications of Binary Kinematics
Reactions Involving Neutrons
Characteristics of the Fission Reaction
Fusion Reactions
RADIATION INTERACTIONS WITH MATTER
Attenuation of Neutral Particle Beams
Calculation of radiation Interaction Rates
Photon Interactions
Neutron Interactions
Attenuation of Charged Particles
DETECTION AND MEASUREMENT OF RADIATION
Gas-Filled Detectors
Scintillation Detectors
Semiconductor Detectors
Personal Dosimeters
Other Interesting Detectors
Measurement Theory
Detection Equipment
RADIATION DOSES AND HAZARD ASSESSMENT
Historical Roots
Dosimetric Quantities
Natural Exposures for Humans
Health Effects from Large Acute Doses
Hereditary Effects
Cancer Risks from Radiation Exposures
Radon and Lung Cancer Risks
Radiation Protection Standards
PRINCIPLES OF NUCLEAR REACTORS
Neutron Moderation
Thermal-Neutron Properties of Fuels
The Neutron Life Cycle in Thermal Reactor
Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Cores
Reflectors
Reactor Kinetics
Reactivity Feedback
Fission Product Poisons
The Diffusion Equation
Kinetic Model with Delayed Neutrons
Solution for a Step Reactivity Insertion
NUCLEAR POWER
Nuclear Electric Power
Generation II Pressurized Water Reactors
Generation II Boiling Water Reactors
Generation III Nuclear Reactor Designs
Generation IV Nuclear Reactor Designs
The Nuclear Fuel Cycle
Nuclear Propulsion
FUSION REACTORS AND OTHER CONVERSION DEVICES
Fusion Reactors
Magnetically Confined Fusion (MCF)
Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF)
Thermoelectric Generators
Thermionic Electrical Generators
AMTEC Conversion
Stirling Convertors
Direct Conversion of Nuclear Radiation
Radioisotopes for Thermal Power Sources
Space Reactors
NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY IN INDUSTRY AND RESEARCH
Production of Radioisotopes
Industrial and Research Uses of Radioisotopes and Radiation
Tracer Applications
Materials Affect Radiation
Radiation Affects Materials
Particle Accelerators
MEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Imaging
Radioimmunoassay
Diagnostic Radiotracers
Radioimmunoscintigraphy
Radiation Therapy
APPENDICES
Fundamental Atomic Data
Atomic Mass Table
Cross Sections and Related Data
Decay Characteristics of Selected Radionuclides


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781420051353
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
  • Publisher Imprint: CRC Press Inc
  • Edition: New edition
  • Language: English
  • No of Pages: 616
  • Weight: 1218 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1420051350
  • Publisher Date: 01 Dec 2007
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Height: 246 mm
  • No of Pages: 616
  • Returnable: N
  • Width: 174 mm


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