Military Applications of Nuclear Energy

The Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site stands as a critical historical and scientific landmark, where the first nuclear weapon tests exposing significant numbers of people to irradiation were conducted. The 1946 'Able' and 'Baker' tests in the lagoon demonstrated the devastating effects of nuclear explosions on both human health and marine environments, while also providing foundational data for military applications of nuclear energy. These tests, along with others in Nevada and Soviet sites like Totsk and Semipalatinsk, revealed long-term radiation consequences, including those observed on atomic submarines. The study synthesizes historical accounts, scientific observations, and modern assessments of the site's environmental and health impacts, offering a comprehensive overview of the military and civilian ramifications of nuclear testing.

Obodovskiy, I. (2019). Military Applications of Nuclear Energy. Radiation, 553–563. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-444-63979-0.00044-6