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Nuclear
This category is related to the technological and safety aspects of the production of useful energy released by the fission of heavy nucleus.
In the nuclear fission process, the nucleus of an atom splits into two smaller atoms (fission products). This occurs naturally in radioactive elements (radioactive decay), but it can be induced artificially by making fissionable atoms absorb free neutrons.
This causes the nucleus to become unstable and makes it split apart. The fission process yields two smaller atoms, energy and several fast neutrons. Therefore, under certain conditions, the reaction can become self sustaining. This is called a chain reaction, or nuclear criticality.
A nuclear reactor is an apparatus in which nuclear fission chain reactions are initiated, controlled, and sustained at a steady rate.
In the nuclear fission process, the nucleus of an atom splits into two smaller atoms (fission products). This occurs naturally in radioactive elements (radioactive decay), but it can be induced artificially by making fissionable atoms absorb free neutrons.
This causes the nucleus to become unstable and makes it split apart. The fission process yields two smaller atoms, energy and several fast neutrons. Therefore, under certain conditions, the reaction can become self sustaining. This is called a chain reaction, or nuclear criticality.
A nuclear reactor is an apparatus in which nuclear fission chain reactions are initiated, controlled, and sustained at a steady rate.
Sites in Nuclear
Uranium Information Centre (UIC)
Assist public understanding of uranium mining and nuclear electricity generation. Includes information on mining and nuclear electricity generation, mining and export in Australia.
N-Base Nuclear Information Service
Provides a database of newspaper references and publishes weekly briefings on the UK civil nuclear industry, reprocessing and plutonium production at Sellafield and Dounreay, nuclear transports, waste, pollution and other environmental and health issues.
Nuclear Energy Tomorrow (NET)
Focuses on understanding nuclear energy, interactive learning about nuclear energy. Includes nuclear technical information, history, applications and activities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nuclear Energy
Discussion and FAQ from the Formal Reasoning Group (FRG) about nuclear energy sustainability.
The Virtual Nuclear Tourist
Information about the nuclear industry around the world. Provides a huge photo resource and good introduction for all age levels to learn about all aspects of nuclear technology.
Nuclear Energy in Slovenia
Resources on nuclear energy in Slovenia. Includes plant information, events calendar, links to Slovenian nuclear plants, institutes and agencies. [Slovenian, English]
Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant
Uranium enrichment facility near Portsmouth, Ohio. Includes facts, plant overview and history, emergency guidelines and tour.
Todd's Atomic Homepage
Collection of articles and links on nuclear engineering, nuclear power, radioactive waste management and related topics.
Nuclear Engineers Forum
Technical support forum and mutual help system for nuclear engineering professionals.
IAEA - High Temperature Gas Cooled Reactors (HTGR)
Abstracts and full text of relevant technical documents on gas-cooled nuclear reactor technology. Includes safety aspects and technology applications.
One Nuclear Place (1NP)
Comprehensive guide to nuclear energy. Includes news from the Associated Press (AP) and general information on nuclear issues.
Nuclear Energy
Comprehensive information resource and links on nuclear energy, fuel fabrication, reactor theory and implications.
Nuclear Street
Worldwide nuclear power industry exchange program that brings together the industry buyers, suppliers, and professionals in a central online community. Offers industry marketplaces, exchanges, catalogs, products, and services.
IAEA - Fast Reactor and Accelerator Driven Systems Knowledge Base
IAEA's project on technology advances in fast reactors and accelerator driven systems for actinide and long-lived fission product transmutation. Includes technical documents, working materials, technical databases, meetings and collaborative research information.
IAEA - International Nuclear Information System (INIS)
Information system on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology. Provides a bibliographic database with abstracts and a collection of full texts.
Nuclear Safety Culture
Explains the application of a safety culture to the nuclear industry. Includes articles, links and information on development of a safety culture.
The Canadian Nuclear FAQ
Unofficial and privately-maintained list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding CANDU reactors and nuclear power generation in Canada. Includes CANDU technical and waste management information, cotst and benefits study, safety and non-proliferation issues.
FEPC - Japan's Nuclear Power Program
Detailed review of the nuclear energy industry in Japan by the Federation of Electric Power Companies of Japan (FEPC). Describes fuel cycle, energy strategy and future plans for the sector.
Nuclear Times
Articles, news, and reports about innovative nuclear reactors.
Alsos Digital Library for Nuclear Issues
Indexed and annotated references for the study of nuclear issues by the Washington and Lee University. Includes a searchable collection of books, articles, films and references.
German Atomic Forum
Private non-profit association of companies, institutions and private individuals supporting the peaceful utilisation of nuclear power. Includes news, publications and information on Germany's nuclear industry and technology. [German, English]
OECD - The Halden Reactor Project
International network in the areas of nuclear fuel reliability, integrity of reactor internals, plant control and human factors. Includes news, participant list, goals, program and objectives.
Decay Heat in Nuclear Reactors
Scientific article about decay heat calculation in nuclear reactors. Addresses physical and mathematical background, principles, safety issues and standards. Includes free downloadable software.
IAEA - International Nuclear Information System (INIS)
International co-operative information system serving the peaceful applications of nuclear energy. Includes database, services and product information.
NRC - Students' Corner
Nuclear energy tutorial from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Includes nuclear background, reactor design, radiation, emergency planning, decommissioning and related issues.
Nuclear Engineering International
Independent provider of news and articles for the nuclear power industry. Includes newsletter service, international event program, publications and contact information. |
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