This classic reference combines broad, yet in debth coverage of nuclear engineering Principles with Practical descriptions of their application in the design and operation of nuclear power plants. Published in a two-volume format to accommodate readers specific interests. The first volume concentrates on the fundamentals of nuclear engineering . While the second explores applications and more advanced topics. Volume One introduces diverse aspects of nuclear engineering as a basis for applications and more advanced topics. Drawing on his extensive experience, Alexander Sesonske. Reviews the scientific underpinnings of nuclear power, including nuclear fission.demonstrates successful approaches to plant design and control, considering fuel depletion, reactor kinetics, and the effects of radiation on plant materials, enabling the reader to view each function in the broader context of the plant as a whole Details vital aspects of radiation protection and shielding to allow integration of health and safety concerns into the design and control of the nuclear facility. Volume two builds upon the material presented in Volume One. Investigating topics such as reactor systems. Cost-effective fuel management, environment issues, and the design of future plants. The Two volumes may be used together or separately. Extensively revised and updated, the fourth edition includes new and updated material on reactor safety and risk analysis, regulation, fuel management, waste management, and operational aspects of nuclear power. Computer applications and emerging plant design strategics also receive emphasis. This two-volume set will serve as a convenient and up-to-date references for engineers involved with nuclear power plants. In addition, it will continue to provide students with an accessible and comprehensive introduction to nuclear reactor engineering. Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Energy From Nuclear Fission Introduction Nuclear Energy Fundamentals Nuclear Fission Nuclear Fission Reactors Chapter 2 Nuclear Reactions and Radiations Introduction Radioactivity Interaction of alpha and beta Particles with Matter Interaction of Gamma Rays with Matter Interaction of Neutrons with Matter Cross Sections for Neutron Reactions Variation of Cross Sections with Neutron Energy The fission Process Chapter 3 Neutron Transport behavior Neutron Transport Concepts Neutron Diffusion theory Diffusion in Multiplying Systems The Slowing Down of Neutrons Slowing Down in Infinite Media Spatial Distribution of Slowed-Down Neutrons Critical Equations Based on Diffusion Theory Criticality Measurements Chapter 4 Nuclear Design Basics Introduction Multigroup Diffusion theory Fuel Depletion Calculations The Neutron Transport Equation and its Approximation Chapter 5 Nuclear Reactor Kinetics and Control Introduction Reactor Kinetics Fission-Product Poisoning Effect of Temperature on Reactivity Reactor Stability Analysis Chapter 6 Radiation protection and shielding Introduction Health Physics Activities Radiation Units Biological Effects of Radiation Radiation Protection Standards Radiation Shielding Principles Radiation Attenuation Calculations Reactor Shield Analysis Heating in Shields Chapter 7 Reactor Materials Introduction Mechanical Properties of Materials Stress Analysis Radiation Effects in Materials Corrosion of Metals Structural and Cladding Materials Moderator and Reflector Materials Fuel Materials Appendix Index