Neutron Applications In Earth, Energy And Environmental Sciences( Series - Neutron Scattering Applications And Techniques )

Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences offers a comprehensive overview of the wide ranging applications of neutron scattering techniques to elucidate the fundamental materials properties at the nano-, micro- and meso-scale, which underpin research in the related fields of Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences.
Introductions to neutron scattering fundamentals and instrumentation are paired with a thorough review of the applications to a large variety of scientific and technological problems, written through the direct experience of leading scientists in each field. Tailored to a wide audience, this volume provides the novice with an inspiring introduction and stimulates the expert to consider these non-conventional problem solving techniques in his/her field of interest.
Earth and environmental scientists, engineers, researchers and graduate students involved with materials science will find Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences a valuable ready-to-use reference.

Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences offers a comprehensive overview of neutron scattering techniques that enhance the study of materials at the micro and nanoscale.

Written in an organized three part structure, this volume offers introductions to various neutron applications from leading experts in the field. Readers will find a discussion on the use of neutron diffraction methods to study the mechanical behavior of geological materials, in addition to corresponding neutron imaging techniques. A section devoted to energy offers a description of ices and gas hydrates, proton dynamics of highly dispersed materials, hydrogen storage and the mobility of lithium ions in materials for energy applications. Environmental neutron techniques allow an in-depth analysis of molecular and cellular biology, microbial-mineral interactions in soil, and fluid dynamics in nanoporous regimes.

Engineers, environmental scientists and researchers involved with materials science will find Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences a valuable reference.