Radiation Effects in Solids: 235 (NATO Science Series II: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry)

Book Details:

• Author: Kurt E. Sickafus

• Brand: Springer

• Edition: 2007

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 592

• Release Date: 15-10-2006

• ISBN: 9781402052941

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.4 inches

• Language: English

About The Book:
Radiation Effects in Solids by Kurt E. Sickafus is a collection of proceedings from the NATO Advanced Study Institute (ASI) titled The 32nd Course of the International School of Solid State Physics. This Course, held in Erice, Sicily, in July 2004, gathered 83 participants from 23 countries to explore the fundamental principles and technical issues associated with the behavior of solids exposed to high-energy radiation.

The book covers key topics relevant to the development of materials for fission reactors, fusion reactors, and energy production technologies, as well as the advancement of electronic devices and novel materials for electronic and photonic applications, particularly in the nanoscale domain. The content is divided into three main categories:

1. Radiation Damage Fundamentals – Exploring energetic particles, energy dissipation, atomic displacements, and damage evolution.

2. Material-Dependent Radiation Damage Phenomena – A comprehensive look at the effects of radiation on various materials like metals, alloys, semiconductors, ceramics, and biomaterials.

3. Special Topics – Focused on swift ion irradiation effects, ion beam modification of materials, nanostructure design via irradiation, and radiation detectors, dosimeters, and luminescent materials.

This book is a vital resource for those working in the fields of material science, nuclear energy, and radiation effects, providing a detailed overview of the latest research and developments in these areas.