Structural Materials In Nuclear Power Systems

Author : J. T. Adrian Roberts
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781468471946

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Structural Materials in Nuclear Power Systems by J. T. Adrian Roberts Pdf

In recent years the effort devoted to assuring both the safety and reliability of commercial nuclear fission power reactors has markedly increased. The incentives for performing this work are large since the resulting im provement in plant productivity translates into lower fuel costs and, more importantly, reduced reliance on imported oil. Reliability and availability of nuclear power plants, whether fission or fusion, demand that more attention be focused on the behavior of materials. Recent experiences with fission power indicate that the basic properties of materials, which categorize their reliable behavior under specified conditions, need reinforcement to assure trouble-free operation for the expected service life. The pursuit of additional information con tinues to demand a better understanding of some of the observed anom alous behavior, and of the margin of resistance of materials to unpre dictable service conditions. It is also apparent that, next to plasma heating and confinement, materials selection represents the most serious chal lenge to the introduction of fusion power. The recognition of the importance of materials performance to nu clear plant performance has sustained a multimillion dollar worldwide research and development effort that has yielded significant results, both in quantification of the performance limits of materials in current use and the development and qualification of new materials. Most of this infor mation appears in the open literature in the form of research reports, journal articles, and conference proceedings.

Author : Pascal Yvon
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780081009123

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Structural Materials for Generation IV Nuclear Reactors by Pascal Yvon Pdf

Operating at a high level of fuel efficiency, safety, proliferation-resistance, sustainability and cost, generation IV nuclear reactors promise enhanced features to an energy resource which is already seen as an outstanding source of reliable base load power. The performance and reliability of materials when subjected to the higher neutron doses and extremely corrosive higher temperature environments that will be found in generation IV nuclear reactors are essential areas of study, as key considerations for the successful development of generation IV reactors are suitable structural materials for both in-core and out-of-core applications. Structural Materials for Generation IV Nuclear Reactors explores the current state-of-the art in these areas. Part One reviews the materials, requirements and challenges in generation IV systems. Part Two presents the core materials with chapters on irradiation resistant austenitic steels, ODS/FM steels and refractory metals amongst others. Part Three looks at out-of-core materials. Structural Materials for Generation IV Nuclear Reactors is an essential reference text for professional scientists, engineers and postgraduate researchers involved in the development of generation IV nuclear reactors. Introduces the higher neutron doses and extremely corrosive higher temperature environments that will be found in generation IV nuclear reactors and implications for structural materials Contains chapters on the key core and out-of-core materials, from steels to advanced micro-laminates Written by an expert in that particular area

Author : Robert Odette,Steven Zinkle
Publisher : Newnes
Page : 673 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780123973498

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Structural Alloys for Nuclear Energy Applications by Robert Odette,Steven Zinkle Pdf

High-performance alloys that can withstand operation in hazardous nuclear environments are critical to presentday in-service reactor support and maintenance and are foundational for reactor concepts of the future. With commercial nuclear energy vendors and operators facing the retirement of staff during the coming decades, much of the scholarly knowledge of nuclear materials pursuant to appropriate, impactful, and safe usage is at risk. Led by the multi-award winning editorial team of G. Robert Odette (UCSB) and Steven J. Zinkle (UTK/ORNL) and with contributions from leaders of each alloy discipline, Structural Alloys for Nuclear Energy Applications aids the next generation of researchers and industry staff developing and maintaining steels, nickel-base alloys, zirconium alloys, and other structural alloys in nuclear energy applications. This authoritative reference is a critical acquisition for institutions and individuals seeking state-of-the-art knowledge aided by the editors’ unique personal insight from decades of frontline research, engineering and management. Focuses on in-service irradiation, thermal, mechanical, and chemical performance capabilities. Covers the use of steels and other structural alloys in current fission technology, leading edge Generation-IV fission reactors, and future fusion power reactors. Provides a critical and comprehensive review of the state-of-the-art experimental knowledge base of reactor materials, for applications ranging from engineering safety and lifetime assessments to supporting the development of advanced computational models.

Author : A. Shirzadi,S. Jackson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780857097552

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Structural Alloys for Power Plants by A. Shirzadi,S. Jackson Pdf

Current fleets of conventional and nuclear power plants face increasing hostile environmental conditions due to increasingly high temperature operation for improved capacity and efficiency, and the need for long term service. Additional challenges are presented by the requirement to cycle plants to meet peak-load operation. This book presents a comprehensive review of structural materials in conventional and nuclear energy applications. Opening chapters address operational challenges and structural alloy requirements in different types of power plants. The following sections review power plant structural alloys and methods to mitigate critical materials degradation in power plants.

Author : V. G. Kritsky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015055458627

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Water Chemistry and Corrosion of Nuclear Power Plant Structural Materials by V. G. Kritsky Pdf

This book addresses structural material corrosion in coolant circuits, simulation of erosion corrosion of carbon and low-alloy steels, and simulation of stress corrosion. It also discusses corrosion of copper alloys, zirconium corrosion, optimization of water chemistry at operating nuclear power plants, coolant tendency to deposit hardness salts on heat-transfer surfaces, and inspection of metallic components. In addition, there are two appendixes, the first showing the chemical composition of steels, the second discussing solubility of iron, cobalt, zinc and copper corrosion products under conditions simulating power unit water chemistry.

Author : J. Koutský,J. Kocík
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781483291628

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Radiation Damage of Structural Materials by J. Koutský,J. Kocík Pdf

Maintaining the integrity of nuclear power plants is critical in the prevention or control of severe accidents. This monograph deals with both basic groups of structural materials used in the design of light-water nuclear reactors, making the primary safety barriers of NPPs. Emphasis is placed on materials used in VVER-type nuclear reactors: Cr-Mo-V and Cr-Ni-Mo-V steel for RPV and Zr-Nb alloys for fuel element cladding. The book is divided into 7 main chapters, with the exception of the opening one and the chapter providing a phenomenological background for the subject of radiation damage. Chapters 3-6 are devoted to RPV steels and chapters 7-9 to zirconium alloys, analysing their radiation damage structure, changes of mechanical properties due to neutron irradiation as well as factors influencing the degree of their performance degradation. The recovery of damaged materials is also discussed. Considerable attention is paid to a comparison of VVER-type and western-type light-water materials. This monograph will be of great value to postgraduate students in nuclear engineering and materials science, and for designers and research workers in nuclear energy.

Author : William Kermit Anderson
Publisher : ASTM International
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Metals
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Reactor Structural Materials by William Kermit Anderson Pdf

Author : Steve Bruemmer,Peter Ford,Gary Was
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1776 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118787779

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Ninth International Symposium on Environmental Degradation of Materials in Nuclear Power Systems by Steve Bruemmer,Peter Ford,Gary Was Pdf

This collection presents an exchange of ideas among scientists and engineers about the economic and safety concerns surrounding environmentally induced materials problems which lead to nuclear power plant outages. Scientists and engineers concerned with the environmental degradation processes (corrosion, mechanical, and radiation effects) present their latest results on such topics as life extension/relicensing and materials problems associated with spent fuel storage and radioactive waste disposal. This collection will be of interest to utility engineers, reactor vendor engineers, plant architect engineers, researchers concerned with materials degradation, and consultants involved in design, construction, and operation of water reactors.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 4871 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780081028667

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Comprehensive Nuclear Materials by Anonim Pdf

Materials in a nuclear environment are exposed to extreme conditions of radiation, temperature and/or corrosion, and in many cases the combination of these makes the material behavior very different from conventional materials. This is evident for the four major technological challenges the nuclear technology domain is facing currently: (i) long-term operation of existing Generation II nuclear power plants, (ii) the design of the next generation reactors (Generation IV), (iii) the construction of the ITER fusion reactor in Cadarache (France), (iv) and the intermediate and final disposal of nuclear waste. In order to address these challenges, engineers and designers need to know the properties of a wide variety of materials under these conditions and to understand the underlying processes affecting changes in their behavior, in order to assess their performance and to determine the limits of operation. Comprehensive Nuclear Materials, Second Edition, Seven Volume Set provides broad ranging, validated summaries of all the major topics in the field of nuclear material research for fission as well as fusion reactor systems. Attention is given to the fundamental scientific aspects of nuclear materials: fuel and structural materials for fission reactors, waste materials, and materials for fusion reactors. The articles are written at a level that allows undergraduate students to understand the material, while providing active researchers with a ready reference resource of information. Most of the chapters from the first Edition have been revised and updated and a significant number of new topics are covered in completely new material. During the ten years between the two editions, the challenge for applications of nuclear materials has been significantly impacted by world events, public awareness, and technological innovation. Materials play a key role as enablers of new technologies, and we trust that this new edition of Comprehensive Nuclear Materials has captured the key recent developments. Critically reviews the major classes and functions of materials, supporting the selection, assessment, validation and engineering of materials in extreme nuclear environments Comprehensive resource for up-to-date and authoritative information which is not always available elsewhere, even in journals Provides an in-depth treatment of materials modeling and simulation, with a specific focus on nuclear issues Serves as an excellent entry point for students and researchers new to the field

Author : A. Shirzadi,S. Jackson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : OCLC:1105795540

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Structural Alloys for Power Plants by A. Shirzadi,S. Jackson Pdf

Current fleets of conventional and nuclear power plants face increasing hostile environmental conditions due to increasingly high temperature operation for improved capacity and efficiency, and the need for long term service. Additional challenges are presented by the requirement to cycle plants to meet peak-load operation. This book presents a comprehensive review of structural materials in conventional and nuclear energy applications. Opening chapters address operational challenges and structural alloy requirements in different types of power plants. The following sections review power plant structural alloys and methods to mitigate critical materials degradation in power plants.

Author : K. Linga Murty,Indrajit Charit
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783527412013

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An Introduction to Nuclear Materials by K. Linga Murty,Indrajit Charit Pdf

In diesem Buch geht es um Einsatzmöglichkeiten verschiedener Materialien in der Kernenergietechnik. Nach einem allgemeinen Überblick über Aufbau und Funktion von Kernreaktoren werden die verschiedenen Systeme einzeln besprochen. Die letzten Kapitel befassen sich mit Spezialthemen wie Reaktoren für die Raumfahrt und Fusionsreaktoren. Die Autoren legen viel Wert darauf, Struktur-Eigenschafts-Beziehungen herauszustellen und naturwissenschaftliche Prinzipien aus vielen Disziplinen zu erfassen. Jedes Kapitel wird durch eine Zusammenfassung, Literaturhinweise und Übungsaufgaben abgeschlossen. Kenndaten, die man für Anwendungen in der Praxis braucht, stellt ein Anhang übersichtlich zusammen.

Author : C.K. Gupta
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351091749

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Materials in Nuclear Energy Applications by C.K. Gupta Pdf

The text combines an account of scientific and engineering principles with a description of materials and processes of importance in nuclear research and industry. The coverage includes fuel materials, control and shileding materials, and so on - in fact, for most of the important pasts of a reactor.

Author : Rüdiger Meiswinkel,Julian Meyer,Jürgen Schnell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783433602751

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Design and Construction of Nuclear Power Plants by Rüdiger Meiswinkel,Julian Meyer,Jürgen Schnell Pdf

Despite all the efforts being put into expanding renewable energy sources, large-scale power stations will be essential as part of a reliable energy supply strategy for a longer period. Given that they are low on CO2 emissions, many countries are moving into or expanding nuclear energy to cover their baseload supply. Building structures required for nuclear plants whose protective function means they are classified as safety-related, have to meet particular construction requirements more stringent than those involved in conventional construction. This book gives a comprehensive overview from approval aspects given by nuclear and construction law, with special attention to the interface between plant and construction engineering, to a building structure classification. All life cycle phases are considered, with the primary focus on execution. Accidental actions on structures, the safety concept and design and fastening systems are exposed to a particular treatment. Selected chapters from the German concrete yearbook are now being published in the new English "Beton-Kalender Series" for the benefit of an international audience. Since it was founded in 1906, the Ernst & Sohn "Beton-Kalender" has been supporting developments in reinforced and prestressed concrete. The aim was to publish a yearbook to reflect progress in "ferro-concrete" structures until - as the book's first editor, Fritz von Emperger (1862-1942), expressed it - the "tempestuous development" in this form of construction came to an end. However, the "Beton-Kalender" quickly became the chosen work of reference for civil and structural engineers, and apart from the years 1945-1950 has been published annually ever since.

Author : Véronique Ghetta,Dominique Gorse,Dominique Mazière,Vassilis Pontikis
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 596 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2008-04-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781402084225

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Materials Issues for Generation IV Systems by Véronique Ghetta,Dominique Gorse,Dominique Mazière,Vassilis Pontikis Pdf

Global warming, shortage of low-cost oil resources and the increasing demand for energy are currently controlling the world's economic expansion while often opposing desires for sustainable and peaceful development. In this context, atomic energy satisfactorily fulfills the criteria of low carbon gas production and high overall yield. However, in the absence of industrial fast-breeders the use of nuclear fuel is not optimal, and the production of high activity waste materials is at a maximum. These are the principal reasons for the development of a new, fourth generation of nuclear reactors, minimizing the undesirable side-effects of current nuclear energy production technology while increasing yields by increasing operation temperatures and opening the way for the industrial production of hydrogen through the decomposition of water. The construction and use of such reactors is hindered by several factors, including performance limitations of known structural materials, particularly if the life of the projected systems had to extend over the periods necessary to achieve low costs (at least 60 years). This book collects lectures and seminars presented at the homonymous NATO ASI held in autumn 2007 at the Institut d’Etudes Scientifiques in Cargèse, France. The adopted approach aims at improving and coordinating basic knowledge in materials science and engineering with specific areas of condensed matter physics, the physics of particle/matter interaction and of radiation damage. It is our belief that this methodology is crucially conditioning the development and the industrial production of new structural materials capable of coping with the requirements of these future reactors.

Author : William Kermit Anderson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Aluminum
ISBN : 0803161239

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Reactor Structural Materials by William Kermit Anderson Pdf