MT671

NUCLEAR MATERIALS

Introduction to nuclear energy / reactors – comparison of different modes of energy generation – ecological and environmental aspects

  

Nuclear reactions – concept of half life, nuclear minerals – related exploration and processing

  

Material requirements – structural materials, coolants, shielding materials and fuel rods – fabrication requirements

  

Nuclear irradiation effects on structural materials – safe guards, safety and health protection

 

Strategic issues – current status and major needs, overview of nuclear scenario in India, nuclear scenario at international level.

TEXTBOOKS: 

1.       Benjamin M. M., Van Nostrand “Nuclear Reactor Materials and Applications”, Reinhold Company Inc, 1983

 

2.        Henley E.J., & Herbert Kouts, “Advances in Nuclear Science and Technology”.