Securing the Safe Performance of Graphite Reactor Cores (Special Publications, Volume 328)

Nuclear power is rising rapidly on the political agenda due to environmental and economic factors. The increasing emphasis towards nuclear power rests on security of supply and reducing carbon emissions. This comprehensive book provides an up-to-date account of recent advances in securing safe performance of graphite-moderated nuclear reactors both within the UK and abroad. Contributions from eminent specialists in graphite technology, outlining current knowledge and experience with particular reference to nuclear graphites, ensure this seminal book will appeal to the non-specialist as well as providing a unique reference for the specialist.