Effects of radiation on materials
MSE-600 / 2 credits
Teacher(s): Bertsch Johannes, Dai Yong, Pouchon Manuel Alexandre, Schäublin Robin, Seifert Hans-Peter, Spätig Philippe
Language: English
Remark: Next time: Fall 2023
Frequency
Every 2 years
Summary
The purpose of this course is to provide the necessary background to understand the effects of irradiation on pure metals and on alloys used in the nuclear industry. The relation between the radiation-induced defects and the evolution of the mechanical properties is highlighted.
Content
1. Fundamentals of radiation damage
- Defect production
- Defect accumulation
- Irradiation modes (electrons, ions, neutrons)
2. Investigation tools - Numerical tools (molecular dynamics, kinetic rate theory, Monte Carlo methods, dislocation dynamics)
- Experimental tools (transmission electron microscopy, small angle neutron scattering, positron annihilation spectrometry, field ion microscopy, internal friction)
3.Materials for fission reactors
4.Materials for thermonuclear fusion reactors
Keywords
Radiation, mechanical properties, fission reactors, fusion reactors, nuclear reactors, irradiated materials
Learning Prerequisites
Recommended courses
Theory of point defects and dislocations
In the programs
- Exam form: Oral (session free)
- Subject examined: Effects of radiation on materials
- Lecture: 28 Hour(s)
- Type: optional