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The discussion revolves around participants' interests in nuclear topics, including terminology, personal experiences, and the boundaries of what can be discussed regarding nuclear engineering, particularly in relation to military and civilian contexts. The conversation touches on the origins of the term "nuke," pronunciation variations, and personal aspirations in the field of nuclear engineering.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express uncertainty about the rules governing discussions related to nuclear topics, particularly those involved in the Navy.
  • There is a query about the origin of the term "nuke," with some suggesting it derives from "nuclear," while others discuss its phonetic spelling.
  • One participant mentions that the pronunciation of "nuc" can vary, with some using "nuck" and others pointing out that it is often pronounced as "nuke."
  • A participant shares their fascination with nuclear power and reactor accidents, indicating a personal interest in the subject matter.
  • Another participant expresses a desire to contribute to discussions about nuclear topics while acknowledging their limited knowledge as a prospective college freshman.
  • Concerns are raised about the classification of information related to naval reactors and the importance of adhering to guidelines regarding what can be shared.
  • Some participants share a general enthusiasm for nuclear-related documentaries and discussions, indicating a broader interest in the field.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of agreement and disagreement regarding the pronunciation of "nuc" and the rules surrounding discussions of nuclear topics. There is no consensus on the exact origins of the term "nuke," and the conversation remains open-ended regarding what can be discussed in the context of military versus civilian nuclear engineering.

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Participants acknowledge the limitations of their knowledge and the potential for misunderstanding regarding classified information. The discussion reflects a range of personal experiences and interests, with some participants expressing a desire for clarification on specific terms and rules.

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Individuals interested in nuclear engineering, terminology related to nuclear topics, and the boundaries of discussion in military versus civilian contexts may find this thread engaging.

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shout out it you are a nuke like me! unfortunately, i am not sure if i can post in the nuke threads, because the Navy doesn't let us talk about that stuff.
 
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I don't know the rules you are required to follow. However, when I was in this business (civilian contractor), anything unclassified could be discussed openly.
 
right now, I'm not quite sure what i will or will not be able to talk about.
 
I suppose this is as good a place as any to ask, where did the term 'nuke' come from?
 
nuclear...nuke...
 
Yes, but how did anyone get a 'k' in there? This is probably why some people say 'nukulear'.
 
phonetically
 
hah, it'd be pretty awkward to try to spell nuke with a c instead of a k. Nooc may work, but nuc sure doesn't seem to do the job, and nuce certainly isn't right.
 
Most english-speaking people would pronounce 'nuce' as 'noose'. The 'nuc' in Astronuc is pronounced 'nuke', although my wife first pronounced it 'nuck'.

As for what to discuss in the Nuclear Engineering forum - anything in the public domain, from a textbook or journal article is fine. Under no circumstances should anyone, who is involved in the Naval nuclear program, mention anything related to the Naval program. When in doubt, don't say anything.
 
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I'm on my way to be one..
 
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... qualify by a small margin ... in the field, although most stuff I do is related to nuke and not 'it' directly.
 
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yourdadonapogostick said:
shout out it you are a nuke like me! unfortunately, i am not sure if i can post in the nuke threads, because the Navy doesn't let us talk about that stuff.

The Navy should tell you what is and isn't classified.

The details of the design of a Navy reactor are classified, as is the
power level because one could use that to find out the maximum speed
of a warship - which is what the Navy wants to keep secret.

However, general principles about how reactors work were declassified
a half a century ago.

Dr. Gregory Greenman
Physicist
 
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Astronuc said:
Most english-speaking people would pronounce 'nuce' as 'noose'. The 'nuc' in Astronuc is pronounced 'nuke', although my wife first pronounced it 'nuck'.

nuc is definitely prononced nuck, it is an expression of cackling popularized, with that spelling, in the Three Strooges films.

As for what to discuss in the Nuclear Engineering forum - anything in the public domain, from a textbook or journal article is fine. Under no circumstances should anyone, who is involved in the Naval nuclear program, mention anything related to the Naval program. When in doubt, don't say anything.

Probably right, although I can see concern when one leaves enough public domain hints to put two and two together.
 
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ohwilleke said:
nuc is definitely prononced nuck, it is an expression of cackling popularized, with that spelling, in the Three Strooges films.
Are you deaf, lad? The Three Stooges spelling is, and always has been, 'nyuck'. :-p
 
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Old thread, yes, I know. I guess it's time I stopped being nervous and started actually saying something.

NucE at Penn State University is the plan after I transfer from a community college (let's just say my high school transcript wasn't the best, I pay a price for being lazy I suppose).

I have an absurd love for anything involving nuclear power or radiation. Perhaps in a morbid fashion, I also have a fascination with reactor accidents (SL-1 and Fermi 1 intruige me the most, however. The oddities in impalement and the irony in the Fermi 1 incident).

Right now I'm preparing to be a college freshman, however... So I only know what I read outside of school and in my spare time. Either way, I'll try to contribute what I can and if I say something stupid, correct me, please.

- Brittany Pezzillo
 
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Diencephalon said:
I have an absurd love for anything involving nuclear power or radiation. Perhaps in a morbid fashion, I also have a fascination with reactor accidents (SL-1 and Fermi 1 intruige me the most, however. The oddities in impalement and the irony in the Fermi 1 incident).

Mee too! Though I am an Electrical Engineer rather than a "Neuk", I never
tire of documentaries and details about anything even remotely nuclear.

I'd collect nuclear weapons the way others collect motorcycles and guitars
if not for the obvious difficulties involved.
 

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