The Science Of Atomic Bombs At The Heart Of 'Oppenheimer'
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Behind the Scenes of Nuclear Simulations and Hollywood
This chapter explores the complex simulation processes of nuclear material behaviors, emphasizing the collaboration of different physics models and the importance of historical test data verification. It also features the director of Los Alamos National Lab, who discusses the responsibilities of certifying U.S. nuclear safety, alongside a scientist's personal anecdotes from working on a film about Robert Oppenheimer.
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