Nuclear weapons physics (I need a Bibliography)

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This discussion centers on the need for bibliographic resources related to the physics of nuclear weapons, particularly in the context of the Manhattan Project. Key recommendations include the book "The Physics of the Manhattan Project" and "The Science and History of the Manhattan Project" by Bruce Cameron, as well as Richard Rhodes' "The Making of the Atomic Bomb" and "Dark Sun." Additional resources mentioned include the Smyth Report (ISBN 9780266417729) and "Los Alamos Primer" by Serber (ISBN 0520344170). The Nuclear Weapon Archive website is also suggested for both technical details and historical context.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of nuclear physics and fission concepts
  • Familiarity with the Manhattan Project's historical context
  • Knowledge of bibliographic research techniques
  • Ability to evaluate academic resources and publications
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "The Physics of the Manhattan Project" for detailed technical insights
  • Explore the Nuclear Weapon Archive for comprehensive information
  • Read Richard Rhodes' "Dark Sun" for historical context on nuclear weapons
  • Investigate the Smyth Report for foundational knowledge on atomic energy
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Students, researchers, and educators in nuclear physics, historians focusing on the Manhattan Project, and anyone seeking in-depth knowledge of nuclear weapons physics.

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Summary:: I need some bibliography about the phyics of nuclear weapons (manhattan project-like) for an essay.

I've been googling and tried to find some bibliography for the topic, but have found very little (most of the stuff I found was abut the history rather than the proper nuclear physics), I have studied nuclear physics and fission so I'm not looking just for cualitative explanations. The best thing I found for now is https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-662-43533-5.
Do any of you know any book/paper that could help? Thanks in advance.
 
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The Wikipedia articles have various references that you can check.
 
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I recommend the books The Making of the Atomic Bomb and Dark Sun by Richard Rhodes as general history. They are excellent reads.

Also, there is The Physics of the Manhatten Project, and The Science and Science and History of the Manhatten Project by Bruce Cameron.
 
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Oldies but goodies

"Atomic Energy...," Smyth 9780266417729
"Los alamos primer," Serber 0520344170
 
CanoJones said:
Summary:: I need some bibliography about the phyics of nuclear weapons (manhattan project-like) for an essay.
Are you sure that this is only for the essay? :wink:
 

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