Tritium Manual by R.-D. Penzhorn

We are glad to host the Tritium Manual, a comprehensive collection of tritium knowledge, written by R.-D. Penzhorn. As the former Head of TLK, Dr. Penzhorn addresses all subjects pertaining to tritium and in depth those of relevance to its application as fuel for fusion devices like ITER. This manual covers multiple decades on tritium knowledge and is an invaluable resource for beginners and experts.

This compendium is freely available through the KIT library: https://publikationen.bibliothek.kit.edu/1000181603

This is what other experts say:

Dr. R-D Penzhorn has undertaken the monumental task of summarizing the global developments in tritium technology over the past two plus decades. The scope of the document is both broad, detailed, and covers topics ranging from technical assessment of key components vital to tritium handling, to considerations for the design of tritium facilities, to waste management issues. This document will provide the tritium community with a resource that will be referenced for decades to come. I commend Dr. Penzhorn's gift to the tritium community. - W. T. Shmayda, USA

As a new generation of scientists and engineers takes the lead in tritium research for fusion energy, it is critical that current state of the art of tritium science and technology be made easily accessible. The Tritium Manual provides a comprehensive overview of work on tritium radiochemistry and tritium handling, processing, production, containment, confinements, decontamination and waste treatment with about 1,800 references. This manual will be an invaluable resource for all scientists and engineers working with tritium. – Charles Skinner, USA

“Tritium Manual” constitutes an excellent compendium on tritium science and technology carefully elaborated and thoroughly structured by Dr. R-D. Penzhorn – one of the most competent and knowledgeable experts in the field. This work is dedicated both to experienced scientists and to young colleagues beginning their carrier in either in fusion or other disciplines where the application of tritium is indispensable. – Marek Rubel, Sweden

In this time of nuclear fusion renaissance, this is a must-read book for facing the reality of tritium. This book will serve as a bridge from theoretical ideals to practical application. – Shigeru O’hira, Japan

This manual offers comprehensive and in-depth knowledge across a wide range of topics related to tritium handling. Although the volume of content is extensive, the table of contents is exceptionally well structured, enabling readers to quickly locate the information they need. The manual also provides a wealth of references, guiding readers to original sources for further study. It is an invaluable resource, highly recommended not only for newcomers to tritium handling but also for experienced experts in the field. - Yuji Hatano, Japan