Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering Second Edition

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 reference 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 Summarizing the latest advancements in atomic and nuclear models, this book outlines topics with an accessible level of mathematics. This second edition takes an in-depth look at particle accelerators, nuclear fusion reactions and devices, and nuclear technology in medical diagnostics and treatment. 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. In addition, the text discusses applications encountered in modern society, such as space research and the direct conversion of nuclear energy into electricity. 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 modernized second edition of Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering is a key reference for any physicists or engineer.J. Kenneth Shultis is the author of 'Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering Second Edition', published 2007 under ISBN 9781420051353 and ISBN 1420051350.