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5.11 - Material Performance in Helium-Cooled Systems

  • R. Wright
  • , J. Wright
  • , C. Cabet

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Abstract

Very high-temperature helium gas-cooled reactors are being developed for processing heat applications and hydrogen generation. Nickel-based solid-solution alloys will very likely be used in these reactors for heat exchangers, core barrel, and control rod sleeves. Mechanical properties and resistance to aging and environmental degradation in helium primary coolant at temperatures above 800°C that are critical to successful application of this technology are reviewed in this chapter. Further research and development needs for advanced joining and nondestructive examination methods and ceramic composite materials for very high-temperature application are identified.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationComprehensive Nuclear Materials
Subtitle of host publicationVolume 1-5
PublisherElsevier
Pages251-277
Number of pages27
Volume1-5
ISBN (Electronic)9780080560335
ISBN (Print)9780080560274
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2012

Keywords

  • Aging
  • Alloy 230
  • Alloy 617
  • Alloy 800H
  • Alloy X
  • Control rod
  • Corrosion
  • Creep
  • Creep-fatigue
  • Heat exchanger
  • Helium
  • Process heat
  • Welding

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