Nuclear Science

Volume 2, Issue 3, September 2017

  • Six Sigma Hoax: The Way Professionals Deceive Science

    Fausto Galetto

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 3, September 2017
    Pages: 59-81
    Received: Feb. 21, 2017
    Accepted: Mar. 27, 2017
    Published: May 05, 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ns.20170203.11
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    Abstract: Statistics is used in Physics (and in Nuclear Science as well): Six Sigma can be useful if properly applied; therefore scientists have to take into account the “correct” ideas. The document shows the ideas of the author to overcome the deep ignorance on Quality as it is found in many books dealing with Statistical Quality Control and Six Sigma. It ... Show More
  • An Analysis of GTRFW Initiation Using Finite Element Method

    William Richard Campbell, Jerry Chen

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 3, September 2017
    Pages: 82-86
    Received: Jun. 18, 2017
    Accepted: Jul. 03, 2017
    Published: Aug. 01, 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ns.20170203.12
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    Abstract: Understanding the Grid to rod fretting wear (GTRFW) initiation is critical for reducing the risk of fuel leak. In this paper, a simplified 3D FEA model is set up to analyze its mechanics. The initiation of GTRFW under a series of interferences was modeled and analyzed. It is found that slip and wear usually initiate from the edge of the grid to rod... Show More
  • The State of the Art of the World Radioprotection System

    Wagner de Souza Pereira, Alphonse Germaine Albert Charles Kelecom, Ademir Xavier da Silva, Sarah Braga Magalhães

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 3, September 2017
    Pages: 87-93
    Received: Jun. 18, 2017
    Accepted: Jul. 14, 2017
    Published: Aug. 14, 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ns.20170203.13
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    Abstract: Ionizing radiation can expose individuals, and this exposure may cause deleterious biological effects. Protection against these effects, called radioprotection is accomplished through actions at the source, on the exposure routes and on the individual. It is assumed a proportional relationship between increased exposure and increased risk of stocha... Show More