Glenn Knoll, Radiation Detection and Measurement

Glenn Knoll, Radiation Detection and Measurement, 3rd Edition

John Wiley & Sons Inc.

Description

A new edition of the most comprehensive text/reference available on the methods and instrumentation used in the detection of ionizing radiation. Updated to reflect advances since the first edition came out in 1979. Retains the general organization of the first edition--all topics of importance are covered in sufficient detail to lead the reader from basic principles to examples of modern applications. Covers modern engineering practice; provides useful design information; and contains an up-to-date and thorough review of the literature.

Synopsis

Whilst maintaining its comprehensive depth in coverage, "Radiation, Detection and Measurement" has been revised to include up-to-date information, including new sections on digital pulse processing, compound semiconductor detectors and recent detector developments.