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### **Preface IX**


Umberto Rizza and Daniela Buske

Preface

research and scientific flavor.

Nuclear power approximately supplies a sixth of the world's electricity and considers as the major source of "carbon-free" energy today. With growing concerns about global warming, it is not surprising that governments and power providers around the world are considering building a substantial number of additional nuclear power plants. These plants have demonstrated remarkable reliability and efficiency with the help of extensive research work and sharing operational practical experience. Therefore, the materials of this book are collected with emphasis on the practical aspects of modern nuclear power around the world. However, the presentation is not entirely technical because, there are several research factors that also influence the subject matter. The book identifies and analyzes major practical issues in nuclear energy. It is not a basic nuclear engineering design book of which there are already many good ones. Instead the materials are compiled in this book with practical background in mind. Experiences from several nuclear power plants and research institutions are gathered to present best engineering analyses, research effort and practice with as little prejudice as possible. Although several technical books restrict themselves to technical matters and avoid research aspects, the nuclear power technology subject has received a great attention by many research institutes. Therefore, the current book is presenting several important areas in nuclear energy from practical prospective with some

**Wael Ahmed** 

Saudi Arabia

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals,
