About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Interrelated Extremes in Materials Degradation for Fission and Fusion Environments
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| Presentation Title |
High-throughput synchrotron methods for fusion materials research |
| Author(s) |
David Sprouster, Yan-Ru Lin, Kent Christian, Dan Olds, Takaaki Koyanagi, Ying Yang, Yutai Katoh, Robert Kolasinski, Lance Snead |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
David Sprouster |
| Abstract Scope |
Characterization methods providing critical information across multiple length scales are essential for materials exposed to extreme environments, such as those in future fusion power systems. Non-destructive methods uncovering microstructural and irradiation-induced evolution are crucial for verifying advanced computational models. This presentation discusses the application of synchrotron-based x-ray scattering and x-ray absorption spectroscopic methods in fusion materials research. We highlight results using synchrotron techniques to address materials science challenges at various length scales, supporting electron microscopy, mechanical and thermal property measurements, and modeling efforts. Our research benefits from US DOE investments in advanced X-ray light sources and neutron irradiation campaigns, providing unique specimens for materials development and testing. Examples include precipitate quantification in fusion-relevant structural materials and the nanometer and atomic structure of transmutation elements in tungsten-based plasma-facing components. We discuss access routes for the fusion materials community to utilize these advanced methods. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Ceramics, Characterization, Nuclear Materials |