KM008 - Preventing catastrophic failure: Engineering interfaces in W-based fusion shield materials

Prof. Tinka Marquardt and Prof. David Armstrong

Project Code: KM008

Next-generation nuclear shielding materials are critical for sustainable, large-scale low carbon carbon-footprint energy coverage. Tungsten composites are promising materials for neutron shielding components that can withstand extreme temperatures and high levels of radiation damage. Interfaces are prone to defect accumulation resulting from irradiation, which causes embrittlement. The student will use microstructural observations and micromechanical tests to refine advanced manufacturing through interface engineering.

This project is an IMAT CDT project with CDT funding and enquires should be addressed to the  IMAT CDT Programme Manager. However you can also select this project if applying for a DPhil in Materials.

Tungsten Steel composite laser sprayed coating

©  Recent progress in research on tungsten materials for nuclear fusion applications in Europe https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jnucmat.2012.08.018

 

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