Looking for a Nuclear Reactor Text on Thermal Hydraulics?

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SUMMARY

The forum discussion focuses on recommendations for nuclear reactor engineering texts, specifically regarding thermal hydraulics. Users suggest "Nuclear Heat Transport" by El Wakil as a foundational text. Additionally, "Nuclear Systems Volume I" and "Volume II" by Neil E. Todreas and Mujid Kazimi are highlighted as essential resources for understanding thermal hydraulics in nuclear reactors. These texts provide comprehensive insights into the principles and applications of thermal hydraulics in nuclear engineering.

PREREQUISITES
  • Nuclear reactor engineering principles
  • Thermal hydraulics concepts
  • Understanding of heat transport mechanisms
  • Familiarity with nuclear systems design
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Nuclear Heat Transport" by El Wakil for foundational knowledge
  • Study "Nuclear Systems Volume I and II" by Neil E. Todreas and Mujid Kazimi
  • Explore advanced thermal hydraulic modeling techniques
  • Investigate current trends in nuclear reactor safety and efficiency
USEFUL FOR

Nuclear engineers, thermal hydraulics specialists, and students in nuclear engineering programs will benefit from this discussion, particularly those seeking to deepen their understanding of reactor thermal management.

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Anybody know of a good nuclear reactor engineering text? I'm specifically looking for something involving thermal hydraulics of reactors, something along the lines of nuclear heat transport by el wakil
 
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caldweab said:
Anybody know of a good nuclear reactor engineering text? I'm specifically looking for something involving thermal hydraulics of reactors, something along the lines of nuclear heat transport by el wakil

You can check out the nuclear engineering textbooks in the PF Textbook Discussion forum (engineering sub-forum):

https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=226

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caldweab said:
Anybody know of a good nuclear reactor engineering text? I'm specifically looking for something involving thermal hydraulics of reactors, something along the lines of nuclear heat transport by el wakil
Probably one would wish to check out Nuclear Systems Volume I by Neil E. Todreas, Mujid Kazimi
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=680598

and Volume II.
 

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