Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials
Radiation and Radiological Protection
- 1st Edition - January 12, 2024
- Editors: Sarika Verma, Avanish Kumar Srivastava
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 3 8 7 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 3 8 6 - 3
Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials: Radiation and Radiological Protection provides an in-depth evaluation of the different types of radiation (x-rays, gamma rays, neutron,… Read more
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Request a sales quoteAdvanced Radiation Shielding Materials: Radiation and Radiological Protection provides an in-depth evaluation of the different types of radiation (x-rays, gamma rays, neutron, UV and EMI) and the development of radiation shielding materials that can be exploited for designing and use in multiple applications. The book also presents a review of the process parameters necessary to develop radiation shielding materials which will assist in the ongoing research to optimize and enhance processes such as the use of 3D orienting and CVD to create efficient radiation shielding material.
This book will play a pivotal role and opens new avenues for global research and development by providing an understanding of the mechanisms of radiation shielding and bringing these concepts to application using different materials.
- Provides comprehensive information on how to develop and characterize advanced radiation shielding materials using current state-of-the-art technologies
- Analyzes and compares experimental data on the physical parameters of advanced radiation shielding materials
- Presents the latest knowledge on radiation shielding materials for various applications, including space, healthcare, and nuclear energy
- Discusses environmental, ethical, and medical guidelines related to the use of advanced radiation shielding materials
Scientists and Engineers in R&D and academia working in the fields of energy, health care, and pharmaceuticals, Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses related to Material science, physics, health sciences
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1 Basics of radiation
- Abstract
- Conflict of interest
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 2 The gamma rays and the shielding
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 2.1 Knowing gamma rays
- 2.2 Gamma ray radiation shielding
- 2.3 Materials for designing gamma-ray radiation shielding
- 2.4 Characterization of gamma-ray radiation shielding materials
- 2.5 Expectations for gamma ray shielding in the short and long term
- 2.6 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 3 X-ray radiation shielding material
- Abstract
- Conflict of interest
- 3.1 General introduction of X-rays
- 3.2 Design and development of X-ray radiation shielding materials
- 3.3 Characterization of X-ray radiation shielding materials
- 3.4 Challenges and future prospects
- References
- Chapter 4 Status and future outlook of X-ray shielding materials
- Abstract
- Graphical abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 4.1 General introduction: Background of X-rays
- 4.2 Design and development of X-ray radiation shielding materials
- 4.3 Characterization of X-ray shielding materials
- 4.4 Conclusions, challenges, and future prospects
- References
- Chapter 5 Electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding materials: Metals and alloys, 2D materials, polymers, and carbon-based materials and their characterization
- Abstract
- Graphical abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 5.1 General introduction: Background of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding
- 5.2 Design and the development of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding materials
- 5.3 Characterization of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding materials
- 5.4 Conclusions, challenges, and prospects
- References
- Chapter 6 Synthesis and characterization of mineral based X-ray radiation shielding tile
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Experimental and analytical methods
- 6.3 Results and discussion
- 6.4 Conclusions and future outlook
- References
- Chapter 7 Electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding material epicenter to carbon filler-based composite
- Abstract
- Graphical abstract
- 7.1 General introduction: Background of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding
- 7.2 Design and development of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference shielding materials
- 7.3 Characterization of electromagnetic (EM radiation) interference-shielding materials
- 7.4 Conclusion
- 7.5 Challenges and prospects
- References
- Chapter 8 Advanced material for EMI shielding
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Electromagnetic interference shielding theory
- 8.3 Advanced electromagnetic-shielding (EMS) materials
- 8.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 9 A review on radiation shielding materials based on low-strength chemical wastes and nanomaterials
- Abstract
- Graphical abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Environmental questions about low-strength chemical wastes-based radiation shielding materials
- References
- Chapter 10 Neutron and gamma ray shielding behavior of some low-Z materials using the n-γ reaction
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Cross section and radius parameter
- 10.3 Theory for attenuation of neutron
- 10.4 Theory for transmission of neutrons
- 10.5 Theory for the moderation of fast neutrons
- 10.6 Experimental arrangements
- 10.7 Results and discussion
- 10.8 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 11 State-of-the-art review on the neutron and ionizing radiation shielding
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Shielding of ionizing radiations
- 11.3 Neutron radiation shielding
- 11.4 Performance assessment of radiation protective material
- 11.5 Factors deciding the radiation protection of shields
- 11.6 Composites for neutron radiation shielding
- 11.7 Shielding materials for X-rays and gamma (γ) radiation
- 11.8 Nanomaterials for shielding the ionizing radiation
- 11.9 Mechanical behavior of composite shields
- 11.10 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 12 Enhanced X-ray radiation protection mechanism in multielemental nontoxic tile developed using red mud and iron scrap waste
- Abstract
- Graphical abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Experimental
- 12.3 Results and discussions
- 12.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 13 Lead-free, multilayered, and nanosized radiation shields in medical applications, industrial, and space research
- Abstract
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Conclusion and future perspectives
- References
- Chapter 14 Advanced smart textiles for ultraviolet radiation-shielding applications—A review
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 UV protection textiles
- 14.3 UVI (UV index)
- 14.4 Sun protection factor (SPF)
- 14.5 Developments in the UV protection fabrics
- 14.6 Conclusion
- References
- Index
- No. of pages: 650
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: January 12, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323953870
- eBook ISBN: 9780323953863
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Sarika Verma
Sarika Verma is Principal Scientist at Materials for Radiation Shielding and Cement-free Concrete Division, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, India. Her research interests focus on advanced materials for different broad application spectrums, including cement-free materials, radiation shielding materials, polymeric composites, and biomedical and energy materials via novel techniques.
Affiliations and expertise
Principal Scientist, IP Coordinator & NBA Nodal scientist, Industrial Waste Utilization, Nano and Bio Materials Division, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, MP, IndiaAS
Avanish Kumar Srivastava
Avanish Kumar Srivastava is the director of the CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal, India. He is an expert in nanoscale measurements and instrumentation, and his research interests lie in nucleation growth, phase transformations, microstructures, and defects.
Affiliations and expertise
Director, CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, IndiaRead Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials on ScienceDirect