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Author: Stephen O. Dean
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition: 2013 ed.
Dimensions:
Width: 15.50cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 4.277kg
ISBN: 9781489995728
ISBN 10: 1489995722
Pages: 264
Publication Date: 08 February 2015
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Manufactured on demand
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Reviews
Author Stephen Dean gives us firsthand details of how the management of the US fusion program has evolved since the 1960s. ... provide a clear, succinct, and broadly accessible description of the fundamentals of fusion and current approaches for producing fusion energy. ... Dean admirably captures the people and the spirit of the times and gives them historical context by citing notable accomplishments throughout the book. (David H. Crandall, Physics Today, Vol. 67 (3), March, 2014) Search for the Ultimate Energy Source begins with a primer on fusion for the layman, and describes the rich history of various alternative approaches to reaching the goal of fusion energy. ... This is a book that should be in every library, and read by citizens and policymakers, alike. (Marsha Freeman, 21st Century Science & Technology, Spring, 2013) In this new book, Dean begins with an introduction to the science and technology of nuclear fusion, including a case for pursuing this energy option. ... This book is ideal for historians and students of science and technology for its complete and in-depth coverage of nuclear fusion technology and policy. Dean has made a valuable contribution to the discussion of not merely the difficulties facing nuclear fusion, but the challenges of sustaining long-term energy policy in general. (Robert Margolis, ANS Nuclear Cafe, March, 2013)
From the reviews: In this new book, Dean begins with an introduction to the science and technology of nuclear fusion, including a case for pursuing this energy option. ... This book is ideal for historians and students of science and technology for its complete and in-depth coverage of nuclear fusion technology and policy. Dean has made a valuable contribution to the discussion of not merely the difficulties facing nuclear fusion, but the challenges of sustaining long-term energy policy in general. (Robert Margolis, ANS Nuclear Cafe, March, 2013)
Author Stephen Dean gives us firsthand details of how the management of the US fusion program has evolved since the 1960s. ... provide a clear, succinct, and broadly accessible description of the fundamentals of fusion and current approaches for producing fusion energy. ... Dean admirably captures the people and the spirit of the times and gives them historical context by citing notable accomplishments throughout the book. (David H. Crandall, Physics Today, Vol. 67 (3), March, 2014) Search for the Ultimate Energy Source begins with a primer on fusion for the layman, and describes the rich history of various alternative approaches to reaching the goal of fusion energy. ... This is a book that should be in every library, and read by citizens and policymakers, alike. (Marsha Freeman, 21st Century Science & Technology, Spring, 2013) In this new book, Dean begins with an introduction to the science and technology of nuclear fusion, including a case for pursuing this energy option. ... This book is ideal for historians and students of science and technology for its complete and in-depth coverage of nuclear fusion technology and policy. Dean has made a valuable contribution to the discussion of not merely the difficulties facing nuclear fusion, but the challenges of sustaining long-term energy policy in general. (Robert Margolis, ANS Nuclear Cafe, March, 2013)
Author Information
Stephen O. Dean is the President of Fusion Power Associated at UCSD's Center for Energy Research. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Fusion Energy.
