A Comprhensive Guide to Nuclear Fuel Cycles

Nuclear Fuel Cycles: A Comprehensive Guide is a practical and systematic reference which compiles the latest knowledge and research on advanced nuclear fuel cycles. Florent Heidet of Argonne National Laboratory presents an overview of the potential fuel cycle options for a variety of different nuclear reactor types, through an analysis of different plants in different regions. The book begins with a review of current fuel cycles in deployment, before analyzing front-end components, such as natural resources, fuel fabrication and transport. It then moves onto discuss different advanced nuclear reactors as part of the fuel cycle, before analyzing important back-end considerations such as nuclear waste, spent fuel and storage technologies.

This book equips readers with an in-depth understanding of this multidisciplinary area, including the scientific and technical nuances of various fuel cycle options, and guides the reader to be able to navigate the myriad of decisions they face in their professional and academic lives.