The fizzle heard around the world

Article Abstract:

Seismographs around the world registered shock waves from the event originated from an underground nuclear test in North Korea which experts termed as a fizzle due to failed chain reaction in the plutonium producing smaller than planned nuclear explosion. Even if the test reveals a seriously flawed design, North Korea is no more than two years away from developing a functioning weapon and assessing the accuracy of their models.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Earthquake R&D, Seismological research

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Sceptics detect flaws in US nuclear monitor plan

Article Abstract:

North Korea's nuclear test on 9 October 2006 has renewed the fears about nuclear proliferation and there the US is therefore intent on preventing it from extending membership perks to others. The US is concerned particularly about the nuclear materials leaving for other states or terrorist groups, which might have a huge impact on global terrorism.

United States

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Asia's nuclear family

Article Abstract:

The arms race with respect to nuclear weapons between North Korea and its neighbors Japan and South Korea is analyzed. Whether the Japanese and South Korean scientists would advance towards building nuclear arms is discussed.

South Korea, Japan, Arms race

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