Exploring Nuclear Reactors
Learn about the fascinating world of nuclear reactors and their applications.
Key benefits
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Surviving the Extreme
The necessity for materials to withstand extreme heat and radiation in fusion reactors is paramount. Thermal fluxes >10 MW/m2 and high energy neutron damage expected in the 10s of displacements per atom at temperature >1000°C represent of the most extreme conditions mankind has even aimed to overcome. Our tungsten-based material solution is specifically designed to operate in this environment
Corrosion Resistance
Efficient breeding of tritium fuel is mandatory for the continuous operation of commercial reactors. This will be achieved with molten salts containing lithium, which will be at high temperature and are extremely corrosive to established materials. Our material is not only designed to survive fusion reactor heat and radiation, but will also resist degradation from molten salt corrosion.
Keeping the Lights On
To harness the promise of clean and limitless fusion energy, materials must endure these punishing conditions while maintaining their mechanical properties and containment functions. Although recent accelerated development has produced drastically stronger magnet technologies and breakeven has been achieved, robust and reliable materials remain a linchpin for the commercial success of fusion power. Longer material lifetimes will allow continuous operation without costly and time-consuming maintenance disruptions to help ensure the commercial viability of fusion.
Our Enabling Technology
Learn about our advanced materials and manufacturing processes that make all of these applications possible.