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- English
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An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation
About this book
Drawing on the authors' extensive experience in the processing and disposal of waste, An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation, Second Edition examines the gamut of nuclear waste issues from the natural level of radionuclides in the environment to geological disposal of waste-forms and their long-term behavior. It covers all-important aspects of processing and immobilization, including nuclear decay, regulations, new technologies and methods. Significant focus is given to the analysis of the various matrices used, especially cement and glass, with further discussion of other matrices such as bitumen. The final chapter concentrates on the performance assessment of immobilizing materials and safety of disposal, providing a full range of the resources needed to understand and correctly immobilize nuclear waste.
- The fully revised second edition focuses on core technologies and has an integrated approach to immobilization and hazards
- Each chapter focuses on a different matrix used in nuclear waste immobilization: cement, bitumen, glass and new materials
- Keeps the most important issues surrounding nuclear waste - such as treatment schemes and technologies and disposal - at the forefront
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Yes, you can access An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation by Michael I. Ojovan,William E. Lee in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Technology & Engineering & Environmental Management. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.
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Table of contents
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Preface to the Second Edition
- 1. Introduction to Immobilisation
- 2. Nuclear Decay
- 3. Contaminants and Hazards
- 4. Naturally Occurring Radionuclides
- 5. Background Radiation
- 6. Nuclear Waste Regulations
- 7. Principles of Nuclear Waste Management
- 8. Nuclear Waste Types and Sources
- 9. Short-Lived Waste Radionuclides
- 10. Long-Lived Waste Radionuclides
- 11. Waste Processing Schemes
- 12. Characterisation of Radioactive Waste
- 13. Pre-treatment of Radioactive Wastes
- 14. Treatment of Radioactive Wastes
- 15. Immobilisation of Radioactive Waste in Cement
- 16. Immobilisation of Radioactive Waste in Bitumen
- 17. Immobilisation of Radioactive Waste in Glass
- 18. New Immobilising Hosts and Technologies
- 19. Transport and Storage of Radioactive Waste
- 20. Nuclear Waste Disposal
- 21. Safety and Performance Assessments