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Nuclear Science & Technology
Paperback. By the age of nine, Taylor had mastered the science of rocket propulsion. And by fourteen, Taylor had built a reactor which produces temperatures hotter than the sun, becoming the youngest person in history to achieve nuclear fusion. How did Taylor manage all this? This is the story of a boy whose world seems to have no limits. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGT; JNSP; PHN; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 131 x 210 x 21. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571298143
- ISBN
- 9780571298143
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 9.85
€ 11.99
€ 9.85
Paperback. Lise Meitner (1878-1968) was a pioneer of nuclear physics and co-discoverer, with Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann, of nuclear fission. This book tells the story of this brilliant woman whose extraordinary life illustrates not only the dramatic scientific progress but also the injustice and destruction that have marked the twentieth century. Series: California Studies in the History of Science. Num Pages: 540 pages, 32 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: BG; PHN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1072. A Life in Physics. Series: California Studies in the History of Science. 540 pages, 32 b&w photographs. Lise Meitner (1878-1968) was a pioneer of nuclear physics and co-discoverer, with Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann, of nuclear fission. This book tells the story of this brilliant woman whose extraordinary life illustrates not only the dramatic scientific progress but also the injustice and destruction that have marked the twentieth century. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BG; PHN. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 37. Weight: 772.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 540
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520208605
- ISBN
- 9780520208605
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 35.76
€ 41.99
€ 35.76
Hardcover. This comprehensive text provides an introduction to basic nuclear physics, including nuclear decays and reactions and nuclear structure, while covering the essential areas of basic research and practical applications. Its emphasis on phenomonology and the results of real experiments distinguish this from all other texts available. Num Pages: 864 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PHN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 259 x 178 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1486.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 864
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Edition
- 3rd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471805533
- ISBN
- 9780471805533
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 313.87
€ 313.87
Paperback. This text introduces Conformal Field Theory with an emphasis on computational techniques of relevance for String Theory. It covers many topics and eventually details the concept of orientifold constructions for the example of the bosonic string. Series: Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 276 pages, 24 black & white illustrations, 5 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PHN; PHR; PHU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 433.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642242472
- ISBN
- 9783642242472
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 111.87
€ 111.87
Paperback. Radioactivity - the breakdown of unstable atomic nuclei, releasing radiation - is a fundamental process in nature, and used to provide important applications in science, medicine, and energy production. But it remains misunderstood and feared. In this Very Short Introduction, Claudio Tuniz explains the nature and mechanisms of radioactivity. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 176 pages, Approx 20 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PHN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 111 x 9. Weight in Grams: 138.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199692422
- ISBN
- 9780199692422
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.66
€ 11.99
€ 10.66
Paperback. This title provides the latest information on nuclear physics. Based on a course entitled Applications of Nuclear Physics. Written from an experimental point of view this text is broadly divided into two parts, firstly a general introduction to Nuclear Physics and secondly its applications. Series: Manchester Physics Series. Num Pages: 412 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PHM; PHN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 674.
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 412
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- Repr. with Corrections Jan. 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471979364
- ISBN
- 9780471979364
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 51.98
€ 52.99
€ 51.98
hardcover. A self-contained presentation of the dynamics of nonlinear waves in combustion and other non-equilibrium energetic systems for students and specialists. Num Pages: 720 pages, 184 b/w illus. 13 tables. BIC Classification: PHDS; PHM; PHN; PHVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 186 x 275 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1544.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107098688
- ISBN
- 9781107098688
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.97
€ 201.97
Paperback. In this Very Short Introduction Frank Close describes the historical development of nuclear physics, our understanding of the nucleus, how nuclei form, and the applications of the field in medicine. Exploring key concepts, Frank Close shows how nuclear physics brings the physics of the stars to Earth. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: PHN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 114 x 174 x 9. Weight in Grams: 110.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198718635
- ISBN
- 9780198718635
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.75
€ 11.99
€ 10.75
hardcover. Beginning with basic concepts, this book develops a detailed explanation of the physics of hydrodynamics and energy transport in plasma. Num Pages: 912 pages, 186 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PHN; PHP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 247 x 174. .
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107124110
- ISBN
- 9781107124110
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.17
€ 148.17
Paperback. Concentrates on the wave equations for spin-0 and spin-1/2 particles. Chapter 1 deals with the Klein-Gordon equation and its properties and applications. The chapters that follow introduce the Dirac equation, investigate its covariance properties and present various approaches to obtaining solutions. Num Pages: 424 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHN; PHP; PHQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 192 x 250 x 25. Weight in Grams: 854.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 424
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- 3rd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540674573
- ISBN
- 9783540674573
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.54
€ 130.54
Hardback. Provides an overview of the atomic nucleus and the theories that seek to explain it. Bringing together an explanation of hadrons, nuclei, and stars, this work helps graduate and advanced undergraduate students of physics to acquire a understanding of nuclear and particle science. Series: In a Nutshell S. Num Pages: 488 pages, 50 line illus. 118 tables. BIC Classification: PHN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 260 x 185 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1172.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 528
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691125053
- ISBN
- 9780691125053
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.04€ 78.02
€ 103.04
€ 78.02
Hardcover. This succinct book is timely reading for anyone who wishes to understand the maze of science and secrecy at the heart of Iran's nuclear ambitions. Writing for the general reader, Jeremy Bernstein draws on his knowledge as a physicist to elucidate the scientific principles and technical hurdles involved in creating nuclear reactors and bombs. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: PHN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 119 x 184 x 21. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674417083
- ISBN
- 9780674417083
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 39.36
€ 47.99
€ 39.36
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319410920
- ISBN
- 9783319410920
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.08€ 115.79
€ 117.08
€ 115.79
Hardback. This graduate-level textbook on quantum theory covers important recent developments and most aspects of the theory with detailed presentations. It is also a reference and research work which provides background for research in this discipline. Num Pages: 1011 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHN; PHQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 53. Weight in Grams: 1607.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 2006 ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402041891
- ISBN
- 9781402041891
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.36
€ 162.36
Paperback. Treats the experimental techniques and instrumentation often used in nuclear and particle physics experiments as well as in various other experiments. This book provides useful results and formulae, technical know-how and informative details. It is intended for graduate students, scientists, engineers, and technical assistants. Num Pages: 382 pages, 12 black & white illustrations, 40 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDN; PHN; PHP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 952.
- Publisher
- Springer
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540572800
- ISBN
- 9783540572800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 195.91
€ 195.91
Hardback. The new experiments underway at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN in Switzerland may significantly change our understanding of elementary particle physics and, indeed, the universe. Suitable for first-year graduate students and advanced undergraduates, this textbook provides an introduction to the field. Series: In a Nutshell. Num Pages: 320 pages, 6 halftones. 129 line illus. BIC Classification: PHM; PHN; PHP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 184 x 262 x 23. Weight in Grams: 836.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691131160
- ISBN
- 9780691131160
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.04€ 78.02
€ 103.04
€ 78.02
Paperback. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: JWM; PHN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 19. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Publisher
- Trine Day
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634241175
- ISBN
- 9781634241175
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.19
€ 26.99
€ 23.19
Nuclear Astrophysics: Proceedings of a Workshop, Held at the Ringberg ...
Wolfgang Hillebrandt (Ed.)
Paperback. Editor(s): Hillebrandt, Wolfgang; Kuhfuss, Rudolf; Muller, Ewald; Truran, James W. Series: Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 359 pages, 35 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PHM; PHN; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 557.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 359
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1987
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783662136270
- ISBN
- 9783662136270
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.28
€ 123.28
Hardcover. Tokamak Engineering Mechanics Series: Mechanical Engineering Series. Num Pages: 251 pages, 175 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHN; TGPR; THK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 19. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Publisher
- Springer
- Number of pages
- 250
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642395741
- ISBN
- 9783642395741
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.65
€ 186.65
Hardcover. The new edition continues to convey the importance of understanding the basic physics underlying the operation of instruments. This edition includes upto date information on new technical developments that continue to enhase the instruments and techniques availible for the detection and spectroscopy of ionizing radiation. . Num Pages: 860 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PHM; PHN; PHP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 262 x 214 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1538.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 860
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470131480
- ISBN
- 9780470131480
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 318.84
€ 318.84