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Advanced Nuclear Systems Consuming Excess Plutonium (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997) Loot Price: R1,551
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Advanced Nuclear Systems Consuming Excess Plutonium (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997): E.R. Merz,...

Advanced Nuclear Systems Consuming Excess Plutonium (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997)

E.R. Merz, Carl E. Walter

Series: NATO Science Partnership Subseries: 1, 15

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A survey of recent developments in the field of plutonium disposal by the application of advanced nuclear systems, both critical and subcritical. Current national R&D plans are summarized. The actinide-fuelled critical reactors are associated with control problems, since they tend to have a small delayed neutron fraction coupled with a small Doppler effect and a positive void coefficient. Current thinking is turning to accelerator-driven subcritical systems for the transmutation of actinides. The book's conclusion is that the various systems proposed are technically feasible, even though not yet technically mature. The book presents a unique summary and evaluation of all relevant possibilities for burning surplus plutonium, presented by experts from a variety of different disciplines and interests, including the defence establishment. The obvious issue - the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons - is vital, but the matter represents a complex technological challenge that also requires an assessment in economic terms.

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Imprint: Springer
Country of origin: Netherlands
Series: NATO Science Partnership Subseries: 1, 15
Release date: October 2012
First published: 1997
Editors: E.R. Merz • Carl E. Walter
Dimensions: 240 x 160 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 362
Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997
ISBN-13: 978-9401037433
Categories: Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Management of land & natural resources
Books > Professional & Technical > Energy technology & engineering > Nuclear power & engineering
Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Waste management > General
Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Production engineering > Reliability engineering
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