Proceedings of the Tenth International Conference on Calorimetry in Particle Physics

Proceedings of the Tenth International Conference on Calorimetry in Particle Physics
Author: Ren-yuan Zhu
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 921
Release: 2003-01-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9812704892

Annotation The International Conference on Calorimetry in Particle Physics has become the major forum for state-of-the-art developments of calorimetry techniques. The tenth conference was attended by about 150 physicists from 20 countries and covered all aspects of calorimetric particle detection and measurements, with emphasis on high energy physics experiments as well as experiments in nuclear physics and astrophysics.The proceedings contain three parts: introductory papers, contributed papers and a summary. The introductory papers start with a historical review of the development of calorimetry technology, and continue with overviews of the current status of calorimetry in high energy physics and astrophysics, which are followed by discussions on calorimetry in future accelerator facilities, such as linear colliders and the Super B Factory. A "hot" technology regarding the "energy flow concept" is also dealt with

Condensed Matter Nuclear Science - Proceedings Of The 10th International Conference On Cold Fusion

Condensed Matter Nuclear Science - Proceedings Of The 10th International Conference On Cold Fusion
Author: Peter L Hagelstein
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 1051
Release: 2005-12-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814479039

This volume is a collection of papers from the Tenth International Conference on Cold Fusion attended by most of the important groups around the world that are active in the field. New results are presented in the area of excess heat production, including observations of excess heat, correlation of excess heat and helium, and laser stimulation of excess heat. Nuclear emissions from metal deuterides are put forth by several groups. Observations of transmutation, including the Iwamura experiment and others, are also discussed. Updates on theoretical efforts from the different groups are included as well.

Calorimetry In Particle Physics - Proceedings Of The Tenth International Conference (Calor02)

Calorimetry In Particle Physics - Proceedings Of The Tenth International Conference (Calor02)
Author: Ren-yuan Zhu
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 921
Release: 2003-01-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814487546

The International Conference on Calorimetry in Particle Physics is the major forum for the state-of-the-art developments of calorimetry technologies. The Tenth Conference was attended by more than 150 physicists from 16 countries and covered all aspects of calorimetric particle detection and measurements, with emphasis on high energy physics and astrophysics experiments.The proceedings contain three parts: introductory papers, contributed papers and perspective papers. The introduction starts with a historical review of calorimetry developments, and continues with overviews of the current status of calorimetry in high energy physics and astrophysics, which are followed by discussions on calorimetry in future accelerator facilities, such as linear colliders and the Super B factories. A “hot” technology regarding the “energy flow concept” is also discussed. The contributed papers are organized in 11 sessions. The perspective papers summarize the physics and limitation of calorimeter applications in high energy physics, astrophysics and medical industries.

Experimental Thermodynamics

Experimental Thermodynamics
Author: B. Le Neindre
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 1345
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1483280268

Experimental Thermodynamics, Volume II: Experimental Thermodynamics of Non-reacting Fluids focuses on experimental methods and procedures in the study of thermophysical properties of fluids. The selection first offers information on methods used in measuring thermodynamic properties and tests, including physical quantities and symbols for physical quantities, thermodynamic definitions, and definition of activities and related quantities. The text also describes reference materials for thermometric fixed points, temperature measurement under pressures, and pressure measurements. The publication takes a look at absolute measurement of volume and equation of state of gases at high temperatures and low or moderate temperatures. Discussions focus on volumes of cubes of fused silica, density of water, and methods of measuring pressure. The text also examines the compression of liquids and thermodynamic properties and velocity of sound, including thermodynamics of volume changes, weight methods, and adiabatic compression. The selection is a dependable reference for readers interested in the thermophysical properties of fluids.