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Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy | 
 enlarge | Author: Jeffrey P. Freidberg
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 142976
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 692
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 9.6 x 6.8 x 1.3
ISBN: 0521733170
Dewey Decimal Number: 530
EAN: 9780521733175
ASIN: 0521733170
Publication Date: August 11, 2008
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Product Description
Considering the worldwide increase of interest in fusion research over the last decade - the recognition that a large number of new, environmentally attractive, sustainable energy sources will be needed to meet ever-increasing demands for electrical energy, is obvious. This book serves up the latest interest in alternative energy. Based on a series of graduate course notes in plasma physics and fusion energy at MIT, the text begins with an overview of world energy needs, current methods of energy generation, and the potential role that fusion may play in the future. It covers energy issues such as the production of fusion power, power balance, the design of a simple fusion reactor, and the basic plasma physics issues faced by the developers of fusion power. This book is suitable for graduate students and researchers working in applied physics and nuclear engineering.
Book Description
Based on a series of course notes from graduate courses in plasma physics and fusion energy at MIT, this book discusses the potential role that fusion may play in the future. It will be of interest to graduate students and researchers in applied physics and nuclear engineering.
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Clear explanations of plasma physics in the fusion context July 25, 2007
Daniel Richman (Eastern United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have found this book immensely useful and a pleasure to read as a senior undergraduate engaging in summer research in fusion. It is perfect for learning basic plasma physics in the context of fusion, which may not be easy with books that discuss plasma more generally (such as F.F. Chen's introductory book, though that is very good). The writing is highly structured and clear physical pictures are presented.
There is a nice opening section on energy options and where fusion fits in, and there are sections on fusion reactor types and technologies.
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