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Microstructure and Modelling of RPV Embrittlement

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 February 2011

C. A. English ,
W. J. Phythian  and
R-J. McElroy
C. A. English
Affiliation:
Materials Performance Department, AEA Technology plc, B220, Harwell, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 ORA
W. J. Phythian
Affiliation:
Materials Performance Department, AEA Technology plc, B220, Harwell, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 ORA
R-J. McElroy
Affiliation:
Materials Performance Department, AEA Technology plc, B220, Harwell, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 ORA
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Abstract

In this paper we review the advances in understanding ofmicrostructural evolution during irradiation in pressure vessel steels. A particular focus is the benefits that arise from combining microstructural techniques on characterising the microstructure, especially the copper clusters. In addition to experimental techniques the importance of developing microstructurally based models linking the microstructural features to mechanical properties behaviour will be demonstrated. This paper will consider the recent advances in understanding in this area, and highlight the potential benefits that can be gained from a thorough understanding of the materials response to irradiation.

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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 439: Symposium B – Microstructure Evolution During Irradiation , 1996 , 471
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1997

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