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Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy
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Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy Hardcover - 2007 - 1st Edition

by Jeffrey P. Freidberg


From the publisher

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.

Details

  • Title Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy
  • Author Jeffrey P. Freidberg
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 671
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Cambridge University Press, Port Hope, ON, Canada
  • Date February 12, 2007
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780521851077 / 0521851076
  • Weight 3.29 lbs (1.49 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.82 x 7.11 x 1.44 in (24.94 x 18.06 x 3.66 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Plasma (Ionized gases), Controlled fusion
  • Dewey Decimal Code 621.484