This book addresses the topic of fractional-order modeling of nuclear reactors. Approaching
neutron transport in the reactor core as anomalous diffusion specifically subdiffusion it
starts with the development of fractional-order neutron telegraph equations. Using a systematic
approach the book then examines the development and analysis of various fractional-order
models representing nuclear reactor dynamics ultimately leading to the fractional-order linear
and nonlinear control-oriented models. The book utilizes the mathematical tool of fractional
calculus the calculus of derivatives and integrals with arbitrary non-integer orders (real or
complex) which has recently been found to provide a more compact and realistic representation
to the dynamics of diverse physical systems.Including extensive simulation results and
discussing important issues related to the fractional-order modeling of nuclear reactors the
book offers a valuable resource for students and researchers working in the areas of
fractional-order modeling and control and nuclear reactor modeling.
