Nuclear Energy Technology

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.

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• - Nuclear energy tutorial from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Includes nuclear background, reactor design, radiation, emergency planning, decommissioning and related issues.
  
• - Discussion and FAQ from the Formal Reasoning Group (FRG) about nuclear energy sustainability.
  
• - Collection of articles and links on nuclear engineering, nuclear power, radioactive waste management and related topics.
  
• - International co-operative information system serving the peaceful applications of nuclear energy. Includes database, services and product information.
  
• - Unofficial and privately-maintained list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding CANDU reactors and nuclear power generation in Canada. Includes technical and waste management information, costs and benefits study, safety and non-proliferation issu
  
• - Independent provider of news and articles for the nuclear power industry. Includes newsletter service, international event program, publications and contact information.
  
• - Resources on nuclear energy in Slovenia. Includes plant information, events calendar, links to Slovenian nuclear plants, institutes and agencies. [Slovenian, English]
  
• - Comprehensive guide to nuclear energy. Includes news from the Associated Press (AP) and general information on nuclear issues.
  
• - Comprehensive information resource and links on nuclear energy, fuel fabrication, reactor theory and implications.
  
• - 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 info
  
• - Abstracts and full text of relevant technical documents on gas-cooled nuclear reactor technology. Includes safety aspects and technology applications.
  
• - Explains the application of a safety culture to the nuclear industry. Includes articles, links and information on development of a safety culture.
  
• - 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]
  
• - Technical support forum and mutual help system for nuclear engineering professionals.
  
• - Articles, news, and reports about innovative nuclear reactors.
  
• - 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.
  
• - 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.
  
• - Assist public understanding of uranium mining and nuclear electricity generation. Includes information on mining and nuclear electricity generation, mining and export in Australia.
  
• - 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.
  
• - 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.
  
• - Scientific article about decay heat calculation in nuclear reactors. Addresses physical and mathematical background, principles, safety issues and standards. Includes free downloadable software.
  
• - 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.
  
• - Focuses on understanding nuclear energy, interactive learning about nuclear energy. Includes nuclear technical information, history, applications and activities.
  
  

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