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.
Assist public understanding of uranium mining and nuclear electricity generation. Includes information on mining and nuclear electricity generation, mining and export in Australia. www.uic.com.au
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. www.n-base.org.uk
Focuses on understanding nuclear energy, interactive learning about nuclear energy. Includes nuclear technical information, history, applications and activities. library.thinkquest.org/C001667
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. www.nucleartourist.com
Resources on nuclear energy in Slovenia. Includes plant information, events calendar, links to Slovenian nuclear plants, institutes and agencies. [Slovenian, English] www2.ijs.si/~icjt/djs/jedeng.html
Abstracts and full text of relevant technical documents on gas-cooled nuclear reactor technology. Includes safety aspects and technology applications. www.iaea.org/inis/aws/htgr
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. www.nuclearstreet.com
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 www.iaea.org/inis/aws/fnss
Information system on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology. Provides a bibliographic database with abstracts and a collection of full texts. www.iaea.org/inis
Explains the application of a safety culture to the nuclear industry. Includes articles, links and information on development of a safety culture. nuclearsafetyculture.freeyellow.com
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 www.nuclearfaq.ca
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. www.japannuclear.com
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] www.kernenergie.net
International co-operative information system serving the peaceful applications of nuclear energy. Includes database, services and product information. www.iaea.or.at/programmes/inis/inis.htm
Nuclear energy tutorial from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Includes nuclear background, reactor design, radiation, emergency planning, decommissioning and related issues. www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/basic-ref/students.html
Independent provider of news and articles for the nuclear power industry. Includes newsletter service, international event program, publications and contact information. www.neimagazine.com
Scientific article about decay heat calculation in nuclear reactors. Addresses physical and mathematical background, principles, safety issues and standards. Includes free downloadable software. www.ontronic-efi.com/decay_heat.htm
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