The microstructural modelling of nuclear grade graphite

G. Hall; B. J. Marsden; S. L. Fok

doi:10.1016/j.jnucmat.2006.02.082

The microstructural modelling of nuclear grade graphite

G. Hall, B. J. Marsden, S. L. Fok

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Abstract

By using the finite element method it has been possible to simulate irradiation-induced property changes, namely dimensional and Young's modulus changes, from which the probable microstructural mechanisms have been identified. In the finite element models, both property changes were shown to be dependent upon the filler particle dimensional changes and the accommodation porosity. However, these need to be corroborated through the examination of actual specimens. Further work is also required to adapt the procedure to other graphites, reactor conditions, and material properties.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	12-18
Number of pages	7
Journal	Journal of Nuclear Materials
Volume	353
Issue number	1-2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jnucmat.2006.02.082
State	Published - Jul 1 2006

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The financial support of British Energy plc. and the IMC is gratefully acknowledged. The views expressed in this paper are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the sponsors.

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Copyright 2008 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.

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