Energy from nuclear fission

The physics of nuclear fission will be briefly illustrated, from the basic mechanism behind this phenomenon to the relevant physical quantities like nuclear cross sections, neutron flux and reaction products, together with the accompanying phenomenon of neutron capture and its role in determining ho...

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Published inEPJ Web of Conferences Vol. 246; p. 10
Main Author Ripani, M.
Format Journal Article Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published Les Ulis EDP Sciences 2020
Subjects
Fuel cycles
Fuels
Neutron flux
Nuclear capture
Nuclear cross sections
Nuclear engineering
Nuclear fission
Nuclear fuels
Nuclear reactors
Nuclear safety
Reaction products
Resource management
Waste management
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Summary:The physics of nuclear fission will be briefly illustrated, from the basic mechanism behind this phenomenon to the relevant physical quantities like nuclear cross sections, neutron flux and reaction products, together with the accompanying phenomenon of neutron capture and its role in determining how the fuel transforms in a nuclear reactor. The basic concepts underlying the operation of different types of nuclear reactors will be illustrated, along with the concept of fuel cycle. After touching on the aspect of safety, the current situation of nuclear power in the world, with its costs, its role in reducing carbon emissions, the available resources and finally the issues of waste management and accidents will be briefly illustrated.
ISSN:2100-014X
2101-6275
2100-014X
DOI:10.1051/epjconf/202024600010