ChE 412 Introductory Nuclear Engineering

Homework

Homework 11: Web Problem 4 -- In this assignment, you will build and operate a radiation detector. You may choose to build either a cloud chamber or a Geiger Counter. More students tend to have success with the Geiger Counter, but either one will work if you are careful. To get full credit for this project, you must 1) build the device you select and take pictures, and 2) write a short paper (1-2 pages) on how the device works, and the "why" of all the pieces included in the directions. For instance, why do you need to put dry ice into the cloud chamber. If your device works, and you are able to detect radiation, take a video clip of the working device, send it to me, and you will receive extra credit. If you need the NPN Darlington transistor, I have one for you, come and see me to get one.
Cloud Chamber
Geiger Counter

Homework 20: HINT: on problem 11:17, there is a useful correlation for the number of grams per MWd of uranium 235 found on page 163 of the text.
Homework 20: Web Problem 9 -- Write a summary of the advantages and disadvantages for all of the 6 Gen IV concepts. Make the list as complete as possible (i.e. list more than one or two of each). Also, indicate which of the 6 concepts you are most interested in seeing developed, and describe the technical or financial reasons behind your decisions. Note that insufficient information was given in class, in the textbook, or on the lecture slides in order to complete this assingment by those references alone. Feel free to do some online research to learn the various aspects of the Gen IV reactors.