#Atomic energy

[atomicastrid]

Explaining nuclear waste to my five-year-old!

[nemfrog]

Atomic Energy, How? 1950s. Pamphlet cover.

Science History Institute

[religion-is-a-mental-illness]

We have done better. We are better.

[usnatarchives]

Ever wondered how science was introduced to the public through media? Check out this 1948 comic book produced for General Electric! It offered readers a glimpse into atomic energy.

[stone-cold-groove]

The mighty, mighty atom.

[scipunk]

Oppenheimer (2023)

[pinetreevillain]

Listened to the Don and Tim playlist on a whim and uh—

Why

I am a master of comedy

[oldguydoesstuff]

Cherenkov Radiation being emitted by the underwater core of the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) at the Idaho National Laboratory.

The distinctive blue glow occurs when atomic particles become electrically charged and are accelerated beyond the speed of light, emitting photons in the process in a blue/violet spectrum.

Beyond the speed of light you say? Impossible right? In a vacuum, yes. But light travels much slower in water and it becomes possible for electrons and protons to actually move faster because water slows them down less.

Nice explanation of how it works

[disease]

GILBERT: U-238 ATOMIC ENERGY LAB | ‘50-51

Alfred Gilbert was something of a celebrity in 1950s America thanks to his popular range of educational toys. However, his company caused quite a stir in 1951 when it released the Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab, a science kit that allowed children to create nuclear reactions using radioactive chemicals. The kit came complete with several types of uranium, which is one of the ingredients in nuclear bombs. Unsurprisingly, safety concerns—it was known as ‘the world's most dangerous toy’—led to the toys being pulled from shelves. Although 5,000 had been sold by then.  [LOVEMONEY]

[thechurchoftheatom]

A Holiday Sermon for December 2nd: The Gift of the Atom

Brothers and Sisters in the Atom, gather together on this day, December 2nd, when the first controlled chain reaction was achieved. Just as a birth brings both joy and awe, so too does this moment in history—full of promise and yet heavy with the burden of responsibility.

On this day, in 1942, the world changed forever. Beneath the bleachers of the University of Chicago, the first controlled nuclear chain reaction was initiated, marking the birth of atomic energy. This was not the fire of destruction unleashed over Hiroshima and Nagasaki; no, this was a spark of potential, a quiet moment of creation. Yet, even in its stillness, it echoed through time.

This day, the 2nd of December, is not a day of celebration in the traditional sense, for it is not a simple birth. The atom was born not into a world of peace, but a world filled with the urgency of war. It is a birth marked by the question of how we, as stewards of this new power, will choose to wield it.

The atom, like any gift, is neither good nor evil in and of itself. It is a force—a primal energy that we have learned to control, but which can never be fully tamed. The atom is a mirror, reflecting our own capacity for creation and destruction. It is not a simple tool, but a testament to the complexity of the universe itself. We must ask ourselves: What will we do with this gift?

The Atom as a Gift

What is a gift? It is not merely an object or an act; it is a gesture of hope, a symbol of potential, and an invitation to growth. The atom, too, is all these things. It is a gift of unparalleled energy, capable of lighting our homes, curing diseases, and advancing our understanding of the universe. But, like all meaningful gifts, it comes with a responsibility.

The atom is not a gift given lightly. It is one that must be unwrapped with care, nurtured with knowledge, and shared with wisdom. It is not just a gift to us, but through us, it becomes a gift to others—to our families, our communities, and the generations yet to come.

In this season of giving, let us reflect on what it means to receive such a profound gift. It is not merely a treasure to hoard but a resource to share, a tool to uplift others, and a force to bring light where there is darkness.

The Spirit of Giving in the Atomic Age

The true measure of a gift is not in its size or value, but in the love and thoughtfulness with which it is given. The first spark of atomic energy was born from the efforts of many—scientists, dreamers, and pioneers—who sought not personal gain but the betterment of humanity.

As we honor this gift, we are called to embody the same spirit of giving in our own lives:

Give Knowledge: Share what you know about the atom’s power and its risks. Educate those around you, so they, too, can understand the responsibility that comes with such a gift.

Give Safety: Protect your community by ensuring that nuclear technology is used responsibly. Advocate for safeguards and support efforts to reduce harm.

Give Light: Whether through energy, innovation, or simple acts of kindness, strive to be a source of hope and progress for those around you.

Give to Future Generations: Let your actions today lay the foundation for a safer, brighter future. Use the power of the atom not as an end but as a means to uplift all of humanity.

Reflecting on Responsibility

On this day, we honor the first spark of nuclear energy, but we also honor the responsibility that comes with it. Let this be a reminder that we are not isolated in our pursuit of power. Every action we take affects those around us—both in the present and in the distant future.

Let us walk forward with humility, embracing the knowledge we have gained while remaining ever vigilant of the responsibility we bear. Let us seek to use the atom to heal, to enlighten, and to bring about a future where all life can thrive.

Closing Reflection

As we leave this sacred gathering, let us carry forward the spirit of giving. Let us give freely of our knowledge, our care, and our commitment to a brighter future. Let us remember that the atom is not ours alone but a gift to be shared wisely and responsibly.

On this day of reflection and renewal, let us renew our commitment to use the gifts we have received for the good of all.

May we walk forward with generosity in our hearts, wisdom in our minds, and light in our actions.

[atomicastrid]

[nemfrog]

Soviet postage stamp commemorating the Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy. 1958.

Science History Institute

[misforgotten2]

Planning for the future without planning for future consequences.

Aerospace Engineering Magazine 1961

[eliseuocscreator]

And if I made a BNHA Oc, with an Organic Techno quirk, but he would be one of two "punks", but one being different from the other, I will list here which one would be one of the two and the advantages:

Techno Organic(Atompunk): In Atompunk, it would make him able to use nuclear energy, making him a robot that uses nuclear energy, and can make a cannon that shoots radiation blasts, through a cannon arm, making that he can also fly through his nuclear energy, he kind of eats meat and takes isotonics (along with a pill), which makes all the meat and isotonics he eats/drinks Transform in nuclear energy. Atompunk's vision allows him to see in x-ray vision (he sees bones/muscles).

Techno Organic(Cyberpunk): In the case of cyberpunk, he uses electricity/solar energy, so he can kind of "walk", and he eats foods with vitamin D and natural juices (pineapple), so they can serve as fuel for him, Foods with vitamin D serve to heat its plasma and burn in its nucleus (the heart), and generate energy for him, and make him fly and also the electricity part, makes him shoot plasma blasts through his cannon arm (on hot days he can fire several shots, on cloudy days or at night only 6 shots(If he trains, he can shoot 18) and if he charges a little more for strong fire, does it kind of count as 3 shots). Cyberpunk vision allows him to see in thermal and infrared

Techno Organic(Biopunk): In Biopunk, let's say it would be in the style of the prototype game and Venom, but the difference is that he would have bio-armor, which would act like a bulletproof vest and armor, making him stronger, Agile, fast and flexible, his arm cannon would have a bone-like appearance with veins glowing every time he loaded a shot (and would use it as ammunition, Bio-mass, that would be Foods he ate, he needs to eat at most 10,000 calories per day). He can learn to fly, and also he can see through the neuroelectrosanguineous vision, He can see the opponent/people's nervous system and blood flow(He can see veins and even the beating heart, very useful to know if the person is lying or not), he can fly too, but that would take a while, and also, he can do natural brass knuckles, with his hand joints, his veins can glow, so to speak, he can create his own bioluminescence by adapting to the dark.

[stone-cold-groove]

Atoms the Core of all Matter - 1959.

[datgreenmonstah]

デス • ゴジラ

Death Godzilla or Gorezilla

The allure of what atomic energy can do and create, only to be used for war and to annihilate.

5 days of on and off working on these for a few hours at the end of the day, sometimes working till 2am to get them done.

Hope you enjoy!