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Conceptual Development of Steady State Compact Fusion Neutron Sources

Author : International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher : International Atomic Energy Agency

Page : 32 pages

File Size : 26,49 MB

Release : 2019-09-24

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 9789201035196

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Fusion neutron sources have many important practical uses, including triggering fission reactions, manufacturing medical isotopes, testing materials and components for use in future fusion power reactors, and facilitating the production of various isotopes like tritium. All these applications can be potentially improved by achieving high energy compact fusion neutron sources (CFNSs). The present publication is a compilation of the main results and findings of an IAEA coordinated research project (CRP) on the development of concepts and conceptual designs for both low and high power CFNSs. Through the collaboration of experts in the participating Member States, the results achieved under the project laid the foundation for practical applications of intense fusion neutron sources.



Fusion Physics

Author : Mitsuru Kikuchi

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,88 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Reference

ISBN : 9789201304100

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Provides an introduction to nuclear fusion and its status and prospects, and features specialized chapters written by leaders in the field, presenting the main research and development concepts in fusion physics. At over 1100 pages, this publication provides an unparalleled resource for fusion physicists and engineers.



Magnetic Fusion Technology

Author : Thomas J. Dolan

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 816 pages

File Size : 18,71 MB

Release : 2014-02-10

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1447155564

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Magnetic Fusion Technology describes the technologies that are required for successful development of nuclear fusion power plants using strong magnetic fields. These technologies include: • magnet systems, • plasma heating systems, • control systems, • energy conversion systems, • advanced materials development, • vacuum systems, • cryogenic systems, • plasma diagnostics, • safety systems, and • power plant design studies. Magnetic Fusion Technology will be useful to students and to specialists working in energy research.



Development of Steady State Compact Fusion Neutron Sources

Author : International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher :

Page : 120 pages

File Size : 41,6 MB

Release : 2022-07-15

Category :

ISBN : 9789201227225

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Fusion neutron sources have many important practical uses, such as irradiation testing of materials and components, facilitating the production of various isotopes such as tritium, driving subcritical cores, characterizing spent nuclear fuel, and manufacturing medical isotopes. All these applications can be potentially improved by achieving higher neutron yields and fluxes in compact fusion neutron sources (CFNSs). This publication is a compilation arising from an IAEA coordinated research project on this topic and presents the project's main results and findings with the aim of supporting stakeholders in the development of CFNSs in the transition from conceptual to engineering design.



Neutron Generators for Analytical Purposes

Author : International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher : IAEA Radiation Technology Repo

Page : 145 pages

File Size : 49,77 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Science

ISBN : 9789201251107

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This publication addresses recent developments in neutron generator (NG) technology. It presents information on compact instruments with high neutron yield to be used for neutron activation analysis (NAA) and prompt gamma neutron activation analysis in combination with high count rate spectrometers. Traditional NGs have been shown to be effective for applications including borehole logging, homeland security, nuclear medicine and the on-line analysis of aluminium, coal and cement. Pulsed fast thermal neutron analysis, as well as tagged and timed neutron analysis, are additional techniques which can be applied using NG. Furthermore, NG can effectively be used for elemental analysis and is also effective for analysis of hidden materials by neutron radiography. Useful guidelines for developing NG based research laboratories are also provided in this publication.



Final Report of the Committee on a Strategic Plan for U.S. Burning Plasma Research

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 341 pages

File Size : 24,15 MB

Release : 2019-07-01

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309487439

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Fusion offers the prospect of virtually unlimited energy. The United States and many nations around the world have made enormous progress toward achieving fusion energy. With ITER scheduled to go online within a decade and demonstrate controlled fusion ten years later, now is the right time for the United States to develop plans to benefit from its investment in burning plasma research and take steps to develop fusion electricity for the nation's future energy needs. At the request of the Department of Energy, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine organized a committee to develop a strategic plan for U.S. fusion research. The final report's two main recommendations are: (1) The United States should remain an ITER partner as the most cost-effective way to gain experience with a burning plasma at the scale of a power plant. (2) The United States should start a national program of accompanying research and technology leading to the construction of a compact pilot plant that produces electricity from fusion at the lowest possible capital cost.



Nuclear Fusion

Author : C.M. Braams

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 352 pages

File Size : 17,1 MB

Release : 2002-06-20

Category : Science

ISBN : 9781420033786

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Fusion research started over half a century ago. Although the task remains unfinished, the end of the road could be in sight if society makes the right decisions. Nuclear Fusion: Half a Century of Magnetic Confinement Fusion Research is a careful, scholarly account of the course of fusion energy research over the past fifty years. The authors outline the different paths followed by fusion research from initial ignorance to present understanding. They explore why a particular scheme would not work and why it was more profitable to concentrate on the mainstream tokamak development. The book features descriptive sections, in-depth explanations of certain physical and technical issues, scientific terms, and an extensive glossary that explains relevant abbreviations and acronyms.



Plasma Science

Author : National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine

Publisher :

Page : 291 pages

File Size : 21,47 MB

Release : 2021-02-28

Category :

ISBN : 9780309677608

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Plasma Science and Engineering transforms fundamental scientific research into powerful societal applications, from materials processing and healthcare to forecasting space weather. Plasma Science: Enabling Technology, Sustainability, Security and Exploration discusses the importance of plasma research, identifies important grand challenges for the next decade, and makes recommendations on funding and workforce. This publication will help federal agencies, policymakers, and academic leadership understand the importance of plasma research and make informed decisions about plasma science funding, workforce, and research directions.



Development of Steady State Compact Fusion Neutron Sources

Author : IAEA.

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 42,59 MB

Release : 2022

Category : Controlled fusion

ISBN : 9781523149803

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"Fusion neutron sources have many important practical uses, such as irradiation testing of materials and components, facilitating the production of various isotopes such as tritium, driving subcritical cores, characterizing spent nuclear fuel, and manufacturing medical isotopes. All these applications can be potentially improved by achieving higher neutron yields and fluxes in compact fusion neutron sources (CFNSs). This publication is a compilation arising from an IAEA coordinated research project on this topic and presents the project's main results and findings with the aim of supporting stakeholders in the development of CFNSs in the transition from conceptual to engineering design."--



An Assessment of the Prospects for Inertial Fusion Energy

Author : National Research Council

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 247 pages

File Size : 47,83 MB

Release : 2013-07-05

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309272246

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The potential for using fusion energy to produce commercial electric power was first explored in the 1950s. Harnessing fusion energy offers the prospect of a nearly carbon-free energy source with a virtually unlimited supply of fuel. Unlike nuclear fission plants, appropriately designed fusion power plants would not produce the large amounts of high-level nuclear waste that requires long-term disposal. Due to these prospects, many nations have initiated research and development (R&D) programs aimed at developing fusion as an energy source. Two R&D approaches are being explored: magnetic fusion energy (MFE) and inertial fusion energy (IFE). An Assessment of the Prospects for Inertial Fusion Energy describes and assesses the current status of IFE research in the United States; compares the various technical approaches to IFE; and identifies the scientific and engineering challenges associated with developing inertial confinement fusion (ICF) in particular as an energy source. It also provides guidance on an R&D roadmap at the conceptual level for a national program focusing on the design and construction of an inertial fusion energy demonstration plant.