Heavy-water reactors have evoked a great deal of interest since the early days of atomic power development. These reactors, by virtue of their good neutron economy, offer certain advantages over other types, including lower fuel inventory, versatility in fuel cycle with the possibility of using natural or enriched uranium as well as thorium, better fuel utilization, and consequently low fuel cy…
This monograph is one in a series developed through the joint efforts of the American Nuclear Society and The Division of Technical Information of the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. The objective of this series is the publication of concise, authoritative treatises on selected subjects in nuclear science and technology, realizing a shorter writing and publication schedule together with a lower …
The reactor physicst must resist the tendency to become so immersed in day-to-day problems as to lose sight of the overall role of reactor physics. It is his responsibility to form an independent opinion of the overall requirements of a project with respect to reactor physics and to try to make sure they are met. The rest of this presentation gives a general picture of the areas in which rea…
The term ‘remediation’ is used in this report to encompass all activities leading to reduced exposure to radiation and to an improved environmental and/or economic value of a site; it does not necessarily imply restoration to a pristine environmental state. The terms ‘rehabilitation’ and ‘restoration’ are often used interchangeably. In the context of this report remediation is taken…
This Safety Report provides guidance on the safe use of radiation for imaging and treatment in veterinary medicine with the objective of ensuring the safety and radiation protection of workers and members of the public. The publication addresses occupational exposure and public exposure in the use of radiation in veterinary medicine and safety issues that should be considered in order to be com…