Radiological Safety Aspects of the Operation of Electron Linear Accelerators

Radiological Safety Aspects of the Operation of Electron Linear Accelerators

Author: William P. Swanson

Publisher: Bernan Press(PA)

Published: 1979

Total Pages: 350

ISBN-13:

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Electron linear accelerators are being used throughout the world in increasing numbers in a variety of important applications. Foremost among these is their role in the treatment of cancer. Commercial uses include non-destructive testing by radiography, food preservation, product sterilization and radiation processing of materials such as plastics and adhesives. Scientific applications include investigations in radiation biology, radiation chemistry, nuclear and elementary particle physics and radiation research. This manual provides authoritative guidance in radiation protection for this important category of radiation sources.


High Energy Cosmic Rays

High Energy Cosmic Rays

Author: Todor Stanev

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-03-10

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 3540851488

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Offers an accessible text and reference (a cosmic-ray manual) for graduate students entering the field and high-energy astrophysicists will find this an accessible cosmic-ray manual Easy to read for the general astronomer, the first part describes the standard model of cosmic rays based on our understanding of modern particle physics. Presents the acceleration scenario in some detail in supernovae explosions as well as in the passage of cosmic rays through the Galaxy. Compares experimental data in the atmosphere as well as underground are compared with theoretical models


Stars as Laboratories for Fundamental Physics

Stars as Laboratories for Fundamental Physics

Author: Georg G. Raffelt

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 1996-05

Total Pages: 692

ISBN-13: 9780226702728

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Much of what we know about neutrinos is revealed by astronomical observations, and the same applies to the axion, a conjectured new particle that is a favored candidate for the main component of the dark matter of the universe.


Diffraction Radiation from Relativistic Particles

Diffraction Radiation from Relativistic Particles

Author: Alexander Potylitsyn

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-10-11

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 3642125123

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This book deals with diffraction radiation, which implies the boundary problems of electromagnetic radiation theory. Diffraction radiation is generated when a charged particle moves near a target edge at a distance ( – Lorentz factor, – wave length). Diffraction radiation of non-relativistic particles is widely used to design intense emitters in the cm wavelength range. Diffraction radiation from relativistic charged particles is important for noninvasive beam diagnostics and design of free electron lasers based on Smith-Purcell radiation which is diffraction radiation from periodic structures. Different analytical models of diffraction radiation and results of recent experimental studies are presented in this book. The book may also serve as guide to classical electrodynamics applications in beam physics and electrodynamics. It can be of great use for young researchers to develop skills and for experienced scientists to obtain new results.


Physics and Astrophysics of Neutrinos

Physics and Astrophysics of Neutrinos

Author: Masataka Fukugita

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-12-14

Total Pages: 947

ISBN-13: 4431670297

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Observations of neutrinos being emitted by the supernova SN1987A, star neutrinos, and atmospheric neutrinos have provided new insights into astronomy, as well as new unresolved phenomena such as the solar neutrino problem, spurring investigative studies among particle physicists and astrophysicists. One of the most important features of this book is its enumeration of a number of basic properties of neutrinos and their relationship to Grand Unified Theories, focusing on the origin of the neutrino's mass and the generation mixing of neutrinos. All the kamiokande results, detector performances, and complete references are included.