| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
MS&T22: Materials Science & Technology
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| Symposium
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Advanced Characterization of Materials for Nuclear, Radiation, and Extreme Environments III
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| Presentation Title |
Advanced Synchrotron Characterization of Fission and Fusion Energy Materials |
| Author(s) |
David Sprouster, T Koyanagi, B Cheng, D Bhardwaj, J Gentile, J Trelewicz, L Snead |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
David Sprouster |
| Abstract Scope |
In the present work, we describe our recent efforts employing advanced non-destructive synchrotron based characterization efforts to support the fabrication, and post-irradiation examination of materials for advanced fission and fusion energy systems. When coupled with electron microscopy, and other conventional methods, synchrotron based characterization techniques provide complimentary quantitative insights across multiple length scales needed to fill critical knowledge gaps and predict long-term behavior and performance. Specific material systems planned for discussion here will include advanced ceramic composites for next-generation fission reactors, and the multi-modal characterization of transmutation products in fusion structural materials. Finally, we highlight new and future opportunities in leveraging synchrotron-based techniques to address fundamental and applied materials science challenges to aid in developing a detailed physical understanding of radiation-induced microstructures in materials for advanced nuclear energy applications. |