Nuclear Data

The book will start with an introduction to nuclear data with an explanation of key concepts such as the different types of nuclear reaction and the meaning of nuclear cross sections. It will then set out the steps of how nuclear data is compiled and evaluated so that it can be used in applications. The remaining chapters will map out various applications of nuclear data in different sectors: nuclear fusion, nuclear fission, spent-fuel management, and medical isotopes and medical applications. The reader will come away with an appreciation of the value of nuclear data in various real-world applications and how that is intrinsically linked to the underlying structure and properties of nuclei. They will get an introduction to how nuclear data is obtained, compiled and evaluated. They will learn about the challenges in each sector and the different methodologies which apply. They will learn about some of the key software packages and tools associated with nuclear data evaluation. It would allow them to take their first steps into nuclear data-related activities and provide them with comprehensive reference lists and bibliographies for further reading.

Key Features:

• Describes nuclear data for applications explained starting from the basics
• Contributors are leading experts and practitioners in the field
• Extensive use of case studies
• Includes exercises and video-based exercises