Welcome to the unit "Introduction to Nuclear Reactors". In this unit, we …
Welcome to the unit "Introduction to Nuclear Reactors". In this unit, we delve shall into the captivating world of nuclear energy, beginning with the foundational concept of nuclear fission and progressing to the detailed workings of nuclear reactors.Through three engaging lessons, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of nuclear fission, its significance in energy production, and the essential components required for its occurrence. We'll explore the conditions necessary for fission reactions, and the importance of controlling chain reactions to ensure safe and efficient energy generation.
Start a chain reaction, or introduce non-radioactive isotopes to prevent one. Control …
Start a chain reaction, or introduce non-radioactive isotopes to prevent one. Control energy production in a nuclear reactor! (Previously part of the Nuclear Physics simulation - now there are separate Alpha Decay and Nuclear Fission sims.)
Start a chain reaction, or introduce non-radioactive isotopes to prevent one. Control …
Start a chain reaction, or introduce non-radioactive isotopes to prevent one. Control energy production in a nuclear reactor! (Previously part of the Nuclear Physics simulation - now there are separate Alpha Decay and Nuclear Fission sims.)
This course is designed to give you the scientific understanding you need …
This course is designed to give you the scientific understanding you need to answer questions like:
How much energy can we really get from wind? How does a solar photovoltaic work? What is an OTEC (Ocean Thermal Energy Converter) and how does it work? What is the physics behind global warming? What makes engines efficient? How does a nuclear reactor work, and what are the realistic hazards?
The course is designed for MIT sophomores, juniors, and seniors who want to understand the fundamental laws and physical processes that govern the sources, extraction, transmission, storage, degradation, and end uses of energy.
You will learn the physics behind nuclear science, how to gain energy …
You will learn the physics behind nuclear science, how to gain energy from nuclear fission, how nuclear reactors operate safely, and the life cycle of nuclear fuel: from mining to disposal. In the last part of the course, we will focus on what matters most in the public debate: the economic and social impact of nuclear energy but also the future of energy systems.
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