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6 books on Nuclear Energy [PDF]
November 12, 2024 | 20 |
These books are covering the fundamentals of atomic structure, nuclear fission and fusion, radiation safety, reactor technology, nuclear waste management, the environmental impact of nuclear energy and advancements in sustainable nuclear technology.
1. The Ethics of Nuclear Energy
2015 by Behnam Taebi, Sabine Roeser
"The Ethics of Nuclear Energy" grapples with the ethical conundrums stemming from the increasing interest in nuclear energy expansion worldwide, despite the Fukushima Daiichi plant disaster in Japan. Comprising essays by an international panel of scholars, the book centers on pivotal issues of risk, justice, and democracy. These essays explore a spectrum of ethical quandaries, including concerns related to radiological protection, the role of gender in shaping the perception of nuclear risk, and questions of environmental, international, and intergenerational justice within the context of nuclear energy. Additionally, they scrutinize the circumstances under which nuclear energy should be integrated into the global electricity supply, examining both developed and developing nations. Targeting a diverse readership encompassing ethics and political philosophy enthusiasts, social and political science scholars, nuclear engineers, and policy experts, this book provides invaluable insights into the complex ethical dimensions of nuclear energy.
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2. Nuclear Energy: What Everyone Needs to Know
2011 by Charles D. Ferguson
In "Nuclear Energy: What Everyone Needs to Know," nuclear power, once perceived as an abundant and cost-effective energy source, has been embroiled in controversy for decades. Concerns regarding the safety of nuclear plants and the management of radioactive waste led to a decline in nuclear plant construction in the United States since the early 1980s, exacerbated by the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. However, in the decade leading up to the 2011 Japanese nuclear crisis, attitudes towards nuclear power underwent a significant shift. Heightened awareness of global warming caused by fossil fuel combustion and concerns about energy independence prompted policymakers, climate scientists, and energy experts to reconsider nuclear power's role as an energy source. Charles D. Ferguson offers a comprehensive and accessible overview, addressing the origins of nuclear energy, its usage globally, safety improvements for future nuclear plants, strategies for protecting facilities from military threats, radioactive waste management, and the question of nuclear energy's renewability. The book also delves into the Japanese nuclear crisis and its repercussions, making it an essential resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of this crucial issue.
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3. Nuclear Power: A Very Short Introduction
2011 by Maxwell Irvine
In a world increasingly concerned with finding carbon-neutral energy sources due to soaring fossil fuel costs and apprehensions regarding their future availability, nuclear power has regained prominence, sparking discussions and making headlines. Nonetheless, the term 'nuclear power' often evokes anxiety and confusion regarding the extent of associated risks. In "Nuclear Power: A Very Short Introduction," Maxwell Irvine offers a succinct exploration of the evolution of nuclear physics leading up to the birth of the nuclear power industry. Irvine examines the essence of nuclear energy and addresses various public concerns, including safety risks, development expenses, and waste disposal. He aims to clarify the prevailing misconceptions surrounding nuclear energy and urges informed discourse about its potential. This compact volume serves as an ideal primer to swiftly gain insight into a new subject. The author seamlessly blends factual information, analysis, perspectives, novel ideas, and enthusiasm to make complex and engaging topics highly accessible to readers.
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4. Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia: Science, Technology, and Applications
2011 by Thomas B. Kingery
TThe "Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia: Science, Technology, and Applications" stands as a comprehensive and authoritative A-to-Z reference source, representing a significant milestone in the annals of nuclear technology. Crafted by a committee comprising foremost energy experts globally, this encyclopedia is a rich repository of up-to-the-minute insights into the origins, current state, and future prospects of nuclear energy science and technology. Brimming with illustrative figures, graphs, diagrams, formulas, and photographs, which complement concise, easily digestible entries, this book offers a readily accessible reference for individuals with a keen interest in nuclear energy. Moreover, it encompasses discussions on safety and environmental concerns, particularly relevant in light of the Fukushima Daiichi incident. Serving as an ultimate work encompassing all facets of the world's energy resources, the Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia amalgamates decades of wisdom concerning various energy sources and technologies, spanning from coal, oil, biofuels, and wind to the realm of nuclear power.
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5. Nuclear Energy
2002 by Jacqueline A. Ball
Nuclear energy possesses immense power and inherent risks. While its destructive potential is undeniable, we have also pioneered methods to harness its technology for constructive purposes, including generating power and advancing diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities in the medical field. Dive into the origins and multifaceted implications of nuclear energy in this comprehensive exploration.
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6. Nuclear Energy: An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes
2001 by Raymond L. Murray
The book "Nuclear Energy: An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes" offers a comprehensive overview for nuclear engineers, plant designers, and radiation physicists, providing insights into the realm of nuclear energy, its diverse applications, potential challenges, and future prospects. It delves into contemporary developments, such as probabilistic safety analysis (PSA) and the deregulation of the electric power sector to promote competition in electricity supply. Additionally, it examines advancements in nuclear power plant performance metrics like capacity factor, production costs, and safety enhancements. The book explores the complexities surrounding the storage and disposal of radioactive waste, as well as progress in decontamination, decommissioning, and reutilization. It highlights ongoing advancements in evolutionary reactor technology and the growing interest in nuclear power's role in mitigating pollution and addressing global warming. Furthermore, it scrutinizes international developments in countries like Russia, Ukraine, France, Sweden, South Korea, China, and Third World nations. The book also scrutinizes concerns related to nuclear weapons proliferation and potential threats posed by terrorist groups or irresponsible states. In an effort to enhance the reader's knowledge, the author has included references to relevant websites and electronic information sources covering the diverse topics explored in the book.
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1. The Ethics of Nuclear Energy
2015 by Behnam Taebi, Sabine Roeser
"The Ethics of Nuclear Energy" grapples with the ethical conundrums stemming from the increasing interest in nuclear energy expansion worldwide, despite the Fukushima Daiichi plant disaster in Japan. Comprising essays by an international panel of scholars, the book centers on pivotal issues of risk, justice, and democracy. These essays explore a spectrum of ethical quandaries, including concerns related to radiological protection, the role of gender in shaping the perception of nuclear risk, and questions of environmental, international, and intergenerational justice within the context of nuclear energy. Additionally, they scrutinize the circumstances under which nuclear energy should be integrated into the global electricity supply, examining both developed and developing nations. Targeting a diverse readership encompassing ethics and political philosophy enthusiasts, social and political science scholars, nuclear engineers, and policy experts, this book provides invaluable insights into the complex ethical dimensions of nuclear energy.
Download PDF
2. Nuclear Energy: What Everyone Needs to Know
2011 by Charles D. Ferguson
In "Nuclear Energy: What Everyone Needs to Know," nuclear power, once perceived as an abundant and cost-effective energy source, has been embroiled in controversy for decades. Concerns regarding the safety of nuclear plants and the management of radioactive waste led to a decline in nuclear plant construction in the United States since the early 1980s, exacerbated by the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. However, in the decade leading up to the 2011 Japanese nuclear crisis, attitudes towards nuclear power underwent a significant shift. Heightened awareness of global warming caused by fossil fuel combustion and concerns about energy independence prompted policymakers, climate scientists, and energy experts to reconsider nuclear power's role as an energy source. Charles D. Ferguson offers a comprehensive and accessible overview, addressing the origins of nuclear energy, its usage globally, safety improvements for future nuclear plants, strategies for protecting facilities from military threats, radioactive waste management, and the question of nuclear energy's renewability. The book also delves into the Japanese nuclear crisis and its repercussions, making it an essential resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of this crucial issue.
Download PDF
3. Nuclear Power: A Very Short Introduction
2011 by Maxwell Irvine
In a world increasingly concerned with finding carbon-neutral energy sources due to soaring fossil fuel costs and apprehensions regarding their future availability, nuclear power has regained prominence, sparking discussions and making headlines. Nonetheless, the term 'nuclear power' often evokes anxiety and confusion regarding the extent of associated risks. In "Nuclear Power: A Very Short Introduction," Maxwell Irvine offers a succinct exploration of the evolution of nuclear physics leading up to the birth of the nuclear power industry. Irvine examines the essence of nuclear energy and addresses various public concerns, including safety risks, development expenses, and waste disposal. He aims to clarify the prevailing misconceptions surrounding nuclear energy and urges informed discourse about its potential. This compact volume serves as an ideal primer to swiftly gain insight into a new subject. The author seamlessly blends factual information, analysis, perspectives, novel ideas, and enthusiasm to make complex and engaging topics highly accessible to readers.
Download PDF
4. Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia: Science, Technology, and Applications
2011 by Thomas B. Kingery
TThe "Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia: Science, Technology, and Applications" stands as a comprehensive and authoritative A-to-Z reference source, representing a significant milestone in the annals of nuclear technology. Crafted by a committee comprising foremost energy experts globally, this encyclopedia is a rich repository of up-to-the-minute insights into the origins, current state, and future prospects of nuclear energy science and technology. Brimming with illustrative figures, graphs, diagrams, formulas, and photographs, which complement concise, easily digestible entries, this book offers a readily accessible reference for individuals with a keen interest in nuclear energy. Moreover, it encompasses discussions on safety and environmental concerns, particularly relevant in light of the Fukushima Daiichi incident. Serving as an ultimate work encompassing all facets of the world's energy resources, the Nuclear Energy Encyclopedia amalgamates decades of wisdom concerning various energy sources and technologies, spanning from coal, oil, biofuels, and wind to the realm of nuclear power.
Download PDF
5. Nuclear Energy
2002 by Jacqueline A. Ball
Nuclear energy possesses immense power and inherent risks. While its destructive potential is undeniable, we have also pioneered methods to harness its technology for constructive purposes, including generating power and advancing diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities in the medical field. Dive into the origins and multifaceted implications of nuclear energy in this comprehensive exploration.
Download PDF
6. Nuclear Energy: An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes
2001 by Raymond L. Murray
The book "Nuclear Energy: An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes" offers a comprehensive overview for nuclear engineers, plant designers, and radiation physicists, providing insights into the realm of nuclear energy, its diverse applications, potential challenges, and future prospects. It delves into contemporary developments, such as probabilistic safety analysis (PSA) and the deregulation of the electric power sector to promote competition in electricity supply. Additionally, it examines advancements in nuclear power plant performance metrics like capacity factor, production costs, and safety enhancements. The book explores the complexities surrounding the storage and disposal of radioactive waste, as well as progress in decontamination, decommissioning, and reutilization. It highlights ongoing advancements in evolutionary reactor technology and the growing interest in nuclear power's role in mitigating pollution and addressing global warming. Furthermore, it scrutinizes international developments in countries like Russia, Ukraine, France, Sweden, South Korea, China, and Third World nations. The book also scrutinizes concerns related to nuclear weapons proliferation and potential threats posed by terrorist groups or irresponsible states. In an effort to enhance the reader's knowledge, the author has included references to relevant websites and electronic information sources covering the diverse topics explored in the book.
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