Elementary Reactor Physics

Author : P. J. Grant
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483181014
Total Pages : 205 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Elementary Reactor Physics written by P. J. Grant and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-09-03 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elementary Reactor Physics details the underlying principles that govern the physical processes taking place in a nuclear reactor core. The title tackles the various variables that contribute to the kinetic behavior of a nuclear reactor. The text first introduces the basic concepts of nuclear reactor kinetics, and then proceeds to tackling neutron and neutron cross-sections. Next, the selection covers neutron diffusion and the slowing down of neutrons. The text also covers both homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions, along with the effects of temperature and of fission products. The eighth chapter discusses long-term changes, while the last chapter tackles control rod calculations. The book will be of great use to students of degrees involved in dealing with various operational concerns in nuclear reactors.

Author : Adrian Carrington
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Essential (Further) Elementary & Intermediate Nuclear Reactor Physics & Engineering Unzipped written by Adrian Carrington and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-11 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of all subjects the physics, engineering and technology of nuclear reactors is perhaps one of the most esoteric yet it plays a highly important role in most of our lives; and soon, without doubt, will become even more so. Because it is generally unknown means that it is often feared but it shouldn't be. Books that broach this subject often do so from either a most basic approach, leaving the enquiring mind wanting for more, or more often are designed specifically for students of nuclear engineering to a very advanced level and are therefore far too advanced for the level of interest of the non-nuclear student or first/second year nuclear undergraduate and often assume that the reader is already in possession of high level mathematics. This book sets out, at fast pace, to ease the reader into this subject at an elementary, further elementary and intermediate level but also addresses any theory from basic first principles that is often missing in other literature. Herein we explain this subject without missing out the necessary concomitant underlying concepts without which the student will remain forever wondering how. This book is also designed to suit, and is navigable at, all aspirational levels of study from basic technology to advanced physics. Within we shall discuss: nuclear & atomic physics and technology, nuclear fission, fusion, radiation, shielding and instrumentation, analysis of reactor core design geometries, critical mass calculations and fuel pitch optimization, fuel poisoning, reactor stability, reactor types and characteristics, nuclear accidents and safety, fuel manufacture, chemistry and enrichment, metallurgy of reactor materials, fuel loading and burn-up calculations. Further to this, substantial other material has been added given the need for wider engineering perspectives of power plant design, thermodynamics, thermal-hydraulics, engineering control theory and in introducing useful topics, including theory and techniques in linear analysis, for bridging into advanced reactor theory. This book is a highly illustrated, concise and comprehensive, practical and theoretical introduction to this high utility subject and also serves beyond its apparent cognitive application. It is designed to provide more than that of a textbook at the elementary/further elementary/intermediate level. If you are a student of physics, mechanical, chemical, electrical or environmental engineering, mathematics or chemistry, are a naval officer or just academically or curiously minded who seeks a better understanding of this mysterious subject or if you are a first/second year nuclear engineering student then this book will get you straight in and help you succeed in understanding the fascinating world of nuclear energy.

Author : Eleodor Nichita
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780894484629
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Problems in Elementary Reactor Physics, with Solutions written by Eleodor Nichita and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Solving problems is an essential part of learning reactor physics. This book presents a collection of reactor-physics problems useful to both students and nuclear-industry professionals. Detailed solutions to all problems are included, as is a comprehensive summary of definitions and formulas helpful for solving problems in elementary reactor physics. Solving problems is an essential part of learning reactor physics. This book presents a collection of reactor-physics problems useful to both students and nuclear-industry professionals. Detailed solutions to all problems are included, as is a comprehensive summary of definitions and formulas helpful for solving problems in elementary reactor physics"--

Author : Salomon E. Liverhant
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 470 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Elementary Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Physics written by Salomon E. Liverhant and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Shigeaki Okajima
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9784431555995
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nuclear Reactor Physics written by Shigeaki Okajima and published by Springer. This book was released on 2024-01-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers introductory subjects including fundamental principles of nuclear reactions with neutrons, fundamentals of nuclear fission chain reactions, basic concepts of criticality, and static characteristics based on diffusion approximation in neutron transport. The chapters address topics ranging from neutron moderation from fission to thermal energy ranges and heterogeneity effects in neutronics. Readers will find elementary and qualitative descriptions and also mathematical expressions including approximations, derivations and analytical solutions for an understanding of the basic principles of nuclear reactor physics. This book is part of a series entitled An Advanced Course in Nuclear Engineering and provides an accessible introduction to the core discipline of nuclear engineering: nuclear reactor physics. It will therefore appeal to engineers in nuclear engineering as well as to university students and others seeking to learn entry-level reactor physics.

Author : Weston M. Stacey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 3527611053
Total Pages : 735 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nuclear Reactor Physics written by Weston M. Stacey and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-06-27 with total page 735 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nuclear reactor physics is the core discipline of nuclear engineering. Nuclear reactors now account for a significant portion of the electrical power generated worldwide, and new power reactors with improved fuel cycles are being developed. At the same time, the past few decades have seen an ever-increasing number of industrial, medical, military, and research applications for nuclear reactors. The second edition of this successful comprehensive textbook and reference on basic and advanced nuclear reactor physics has been completely updated, revised and enlarged to include the latest developments.

Author : P. Mohanakrishnan
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 012822441X
Total Pages : 786 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physics of Nuclear Reactors written by P. Mohanakrishnan and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-05-19 with total page 786 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physics of Nuclear Reactors presents a comprehensive analysis of nuclear reactor physics. Editors P. Mohanakrishnan, Om Pal Singh, and Kannan Umasankari and a team of expert contributors combine their knowledge to guide the reader through a toolkit of methods for solving transport equations, understanding the physics of reactor design principles, and developing reactor safety strategies. The inclusion of experimental and operational reactor physics makes this a unique reference for those working and researching nuclear power and the fuel cycle in existing power generation sites and experimental facilities. The book also includes radiation physics, shielding techniques and an analysis of shield design, neutron monitoring and core operations. Those involved in the development and operation of nuclear reactors and the fuel cycle will gain a thorough understanding of all elements of nuclear reactor physics, thus enabling them to apply the analysis and solution methods provided to their own work and research. This book looks to future reactors in development and analyzes their status and challenges before providing possible worked-through solutions. Cover image: Kaiga Atomic Power Station Units 1 - 4, Karnataka, India. In 2018, Unit 1 of the Kaiga Station surpassed the world record of continuous operation, at 962 days. Image courtesy of DAE, India. Includes methods for solving neutron transport problems, nuclear cross-section data and solutions of transport theory Dedicates a chapter to reactor safety that covers mitigation, probabilistic safety assessment and uncertainty analysis Covers experimental and operational physics with details on noise analysis and failed fuel detection

Author : Karl-Heinrich Beckurts
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642876145
Total Pages : 455 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Neutron Physics written by Karl-Heinrich Beckurts and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is based upon a series of lectures I have occasionally given at the University of Gottingen since 1951. They were meant to introduce the students of experimental physics to the work in a neutron physics laboratory dealing with the problem of measuring neutron flux, diffusion length, Fermi age, effective neutron temperature, absorption cross sections and similar problems. Moreover, these lectures were intended to prepare the students for a subsequent lecture covering the physics of nuclear reactors. The original character of this series of lectures has been retained in the book. It is intended for use by students as well as anyone desiring to work on neutron physics measurements. The first half mainly covers the theory of neutron fields, i. e. essentially diffusion and slowing down theory. The second half is largely concerned with measurements in neutron fields. The appendix contains information and data which, in our experience, are frequently required in a neutron laboratory. The field of nuclear physics proper is briefly touched upon in the first two chapters, but only to the extent necessary for the understanding of the following chapters. The multitude of applications of neutron radiation has not been covered. The conclusion of this manuscript coincided with the end of my long period of activity with the Max-Planck-Institut fur Physik at Gottingen. To Professor HEISENBERG lowe thanks for his advice and suggestions for many of the subjects treated here.

Author : Robert E. Masterson
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1498751504
Total Pages : 1481 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Physics written by Robert E. Masterson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-11-22 with total page 1481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INTRODUCTION TO NUCLEAR REACTOR PHYSICS is the most comprehensive, modern and readable textbook for this course/module. It explains reactors, fuel cycles, radioisotopes, radioactive materials, design, and operation. Chain reaction and fission reactor concepts are presented, plus advanced coverage including neutron diffusion theory. The diffusion equation, Fisk’s Law, and steady state/time-dependent reactor behavior. Numerical and analytical solutions are also covered. The text has full color illustrations throughout, and a wide range of student learning features.

Author : Elmer E. Lewis
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 9780080560434
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fundamentals of Nuclear Reactor Physics written by Elmer E. Lewis and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2008-01-18 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of Nuclear Reactor Physics offers a one-semester treatment of the essentials of how the fission nuclear reactor works, the various approaches to the design of reactors, and their safe and efficient operation . It provides a clear, general overview of atomic physics from the standpoint of reactor functionality and design, including the sequence of fission reactions and their energy release. It provides in-depth discussion of neutron reactions, including neutron kinetics and the neutron energy spectrum, as well as neutron spatial distribution. It includes ample worked-out examples and over 100 end-of-chapter problems. Engineering students will find this applications-oriented approach, with many worked-out examples, more accessible and more meaningful as they aspire to become future nuclear engineers. A clear, general overview of atomic physics from the standpoint of reactor functionality and design, including the sequence of fission reactions and their energy release In-depth discussion of neutron reactions, including neutron kinetics and the neutron energy spectrum, as well as neutron spatial distribution Ample worked-out examples and over 100 end-of-chapter problems Full Solutions Manual