Introduction to the Physics of Nuclear Explosions, Volume 1

Author: Military Training Textbook Work Committee of the General Armament Department of the Chinese People's Liberation Army
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: The first chapter of this book is on the phenomenology of nuclear explosions, introducing the appearance of nuclear explosion scenes and initial parameters. The remaining eighteen chapters are divided into five parts: explosion mechanics, optical radiation, nuclear radiation, nuclear electromagnetic pulse, an introduction to high-altitude nuclear explosion physics, and atmospheric ionization caused by nuclear explosions. This book focuses on discussing and introducing the theoretical foundations, generation and development processes, characteristics, and variation patterns of these destructive factors. It also recommends necessary calculation formulas, providing basic knowledge for nuclear tests, nuclear weapon use, and protection. It is suitable for engineering personnel involved in nuclear weapon research, testing, nuclear protection engineering, and nuclear hardening, as well as for university students, graduate students, and teachers in related fields.