The Latina Nuclear Power Plant is a nuclear facility located in Latina, Italy. It is part of the Italian nuclear energy infrastructure, which was active prior to the national decision to phase out nuclear power following the Chernobyl disaster in 1986. Latina was one of the first nuclear power plants in Italy, starting operations in the late 1960s. It utilized a boiling water reactor and had a significant role in the country's energy production during its operational years.
The OK-550 reactor is a type of nuclear reactor developed in the former Soviet Union, specifically designed for use in naval applications. It is a pressurized water reactor (PWR) that was primarily intended for propulsion in submarines and other naval vessels. The OK-550 reactor is a more advanced version compared to its predecessors and is known for its compact design, high power output, and efficiency in converting nuclear energy into mechanical energy for propulsion.
Lufeng Nuclear Power Plant is a nuclear power facility located in Lufeng City, Guangdong Province, China. It is part of China's ongoing efforts to expand its nuclear energy capacity as a means of meeting growing energy demands and reducing reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation. The plant is designed to utilize advanced reactor technology, contributing to the country's commitment to cleaner energy sources and addressing environmental concerns related to energy production.
The Trillo Nuclear Power Plant is a nuclear power station located near the town of Trillo in the province of Guadalajara, Spain. It was commissioned in the late 1980s and is one of the key components of Spain's energy infrastructure. The plant is operated by the Spanish energy company, Unión Fenosa (part of Naturgy Energy Group). Trillo is a pressurized water reactor (PWR) and has an electrical generating capacity of approximately 1,066 megawatts.
"Our Friend the Atom" is a 1956 educational film produced by Disney, which aims to explain the concept of atomic energy and its potential benefits to society. The film is part of Disney's broader efforts during the mid-20th century to inform the public about science and technology, particularly in light of the developments surrounding nuclear energy following World War II. Narrated by actor and comedian Donald Duck, the film introduces viewers to basic concepts of atomic structure and the principles of nuclear fission.
Arbel is a brand associated with niche and specialty vehicles, primarily known for manufacturing lightweight electric vehicles (EVs) designed for urban mobility. The company focuses on creating compact, efficient vehicles that cater to the increasing demand for sustainable transportation solutions in crowded urban environments. Arbel vehicles typically emphasize features such as ease of use, low energy consumption, and environmentally friendly technology.
The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is a governmental agency in Tanzania responsible for the regulation and promotion of the peaceful use of atomic energy and radioactive materials. Established under the Atomic Energy Act of 2003, TAEC's main objectives are to ensure the safe use of nuclear technology in various fields such as medicine, agriculture, and industry, while also protecting the public and the environment from radiation hazards.
The Unterweser Nuclear Power Plant is a decommissioned nuclear power facility located near the town of Stade in Lower Saxony, Germany, on the banks of the Weser River. It was commissioned in 1979 and operated nuclear reactors to generate electricity until it was shut down in 2003. The plant utilized a boiling water reactor design and had a net electrical output capacity of approximately 1,310 megawatts.
The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, is an agreement reached in 2015 between Iran and a group of world powers known as the P5+1, which includes the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, China, and Germany. The deal was the result of prolonged negotiations that aimed to address concerns about Iran's nuclear program and potential development of nuclear weapons.
The Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant (FFEP) is an underground facility located near the city of Qom in Iran. It was built by Iran to enrich uranium and is considered one of the key sites in the country’s nuclear program. The plant became known to the international community in 2009 when its existence was revealed by Western intelligence agencies, raising concerns about Iran's intentions regarding nuclear weapons development.
The Green Salt Project is an initiative focused on developing an environmentally friendly method for the production of liquid hydrogen, particularly through the usage of salt as a medium in the process. The aim is to create a sustainable and economically viable approach to hydrogen production, which is seen as a key element in the transition to cleaner energy sources and in reducing carbon emissions. While specific details and developments may vary, the project generally emphasizes the use of renewable energy and innovative technologies to improve the efficiency and sustainability of hydrogen production methods.
The Majlis special commission for examining the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action) refers to a committee established within the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) to evaluate and scrutinize the implications and conditions of the nuclear deal reached in 2015 between Iran and multiple world powers, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, China, and Germany.
"Manufactured Crisis: The Untold Story of the Iran Nuclear Scare" is a book written by diplomat and scholar, Gareth Porter. Published in 2014, the book critiques the narrative surrounding Iran's nuclear program and the alleged threats it poses to global security. Porter argues that much of the fear and concern about Iran's nuclear ambitions have been exaggerated or misrepresented, serving the political agendas of certain interests in the U.S. and Israel.
Natanz is a city in Iran, located in the Isfahan province. It is most notable for being the site of a significant nuclear facility, known as the Natanz Nuclear Enrichment Facility. This facility is part of Iran's nuclear program, which has been a subject of international scrutiny and controversy due to concerns about the potential for nuclear weapons development. The Natanz facility includes both a uranium enrichment site and a research and development center.
The Korean conflict, commonly referred to as the Korean War, was a military conflict that occurred from 1950 to 1953 on the Korean Peninsula. It began when North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union and later China, invaded South Korea on June 25, 1950, in an attempt to unify the country under communist rule.
Former nuclear research institutes refer to organizations or facilities that were established to conduct research in the field of nuclear science, engineering, and technology, but are no longer operational or have transitioned to different functions. These institutions may have been involved in various activities, including: 1. **Nuclear Physics Research**: Exploring the fundamental properties of atomic nuclei and the forces that govern them.
Naval Reactors is a component of the United States Department of Energy (DOE) responsible for the design, development, and oversight of nuclear propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy. Specifically, it focuses on the design and maintenance of the nuclear reactors that power submarines and aircraft carriers. This includes tasks related to research, development, engineering, and the training of personnel who operate and maintain these systems. The program originated in the early 1950s when Admiral Hyman G.
In 2013, North Korea conducted a series of missile tests that heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and drew international condemnation. Some key events from that year include: 1. **Unha Rocket Launch**: On December 12, 2012, North Korea successfully launched a long-range rocket known as the Unha-3.
Nuclear power reactors come in various designs, each with its unique features, advantages, and disadvantages. Here are some of the main types of nuclear reactors: 1. **Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)**: - **Description**: The most common type of nuclear reactor worldwide. In a PWR, water is heated under high pressure to prevent it from boiling. This pressurized water transfers heat to a secondary loop that produces steam to drive a turbine.
An Aqueous Homogeneous Reactor (AHR) is a type of nuclear reactor where the nuclear fuel is dissolved in a liquid solution, often water, allowing for a uniform distribution of fissile material throughout the reactor core. This design typically utilizes a solution of uranium (or other fissile materials) in water, creating a homogeneous mixture that facilitates neutron moderation, as well as heat transfer.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
    .
    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
    .
    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
    .
    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
    . Source.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
    .
    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact