Need help on finding information about nuclear accidents

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on gathering information about nuclear accidents for a fictional writing project. Key incidents mentioned include the Three Mile Island accident in the U.S. and the Chernobyl disaster in the USSR. Participants recommend resources such as the Union of Concerned Scientists and Hyperphysics for detailed technical insights into these events. The aim is to create a narrative that is both fictional and factually accurate regarding nuclear disasters.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of nuclear power plant operations
  • Familiarity with significant nuclear accidents, specifically Three Mile Island and Chernobyl
  • Knowledge of nuclear physics concepts
  • Research skills to navigate scientific resources and databases
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the technical details of the Three Mile Island accident
  • Explore the causes and consequences of the Chernobyl disaster
  • Investigate the safety protocols in nuclear power plants
  • Study the impact of nuclear accidents on public perception and policy
USEFUL FOR

Writers, students, and researchers interested in nuclear energy, safety protocols, and historical nuclear accidents will benefit from this discussion.

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I have no background about nuclear powerplants and nuclear plant disasters other than probably a skewed image from The Simpsons. But I would like to get kicked out of math class by writing about "The Nuclear Engineer that Couldn't Avert Nuclear Disaster." I don't know why I'm writing in math class either.

I know this is in rather bad taste, but I do not dislike nuclear powerplants and do not want to attempt to blow any up. I want this to be a work of fiction but factual enough so that I'll be able to show my teacher how much I don't like him. I need any help, more info will be provided when the little engine book arrives so that proper plagiarism will be attained. Thank you guys!
 
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Start with these..

I will add more as time allows.

yale


Brown's Ferry Fire

http://www.ucsusa.org/clean_energy/nuclear_safety/page.cfm?pageID=790

http://www.serve.com/gvaughn/prairieisland/tubeproblems.html
 
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The most notorious reactor accidents were Three Mile Island (U.S.) and Chernobyl (USSR). Look them up in google.
 
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