| Advanced Nuclear Systems Consuming Excess Plutonium Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Merz, E. R. (Editor), Walter, Carl E. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9401037434 ISBN-13: 9789401037433 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $52.24 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Power Resources - Nuclear - Technology & Engineering | Quality Control - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
| Dewey: 333.7 |
| Series: NATO Science Partnership Subseries: 1 |
| Physical Information: 0.78" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.17 lbs) 362 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |