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The Nuclear Imperative A Critical Look at the Approaching Energy Crisis /

In this well documented global wake-up call, nuclear physicist Jeff Eerkens explores remedies for the impending energy crisis, when oil and natural gas are depleted. Because burning coal worsens the problem ofglobal warming, alternate energy sources must be instituted. The Nuclear Imperative demonst...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Eerkens, Jeff W. (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands : Imprint: Springer, 2006.
Edition:1st ed. 2006.
Series:Topics in Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality, 11
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Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • Nuclear Facts and Fables
  • Energy Consumption and Energy Sources on Planet Earth
  • Technologies for Propelling Cars, Trucks, Trains, Ships and Aircraft
  • Electric Power Generation Technology
  • Safety Considerations in Nuclear Operations
  • Measures and Means to Control the Global Use of Nuclear Weapons
  • Conclusions, Action Items, and Predictions.