Modeling solute segregation during the solidification of γ-phase U-Mo alloys

JOURNAL OF NUCLEAR MATERIALS

卷:474

Article

Steiner, M. A.¹  Garlea, E.²  Agnew, S. R.¹ 

[1] Univ Virginia, Mat Sci & Engn, 395 McCormick Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22904 USA

[2] Y 12 Natl Security Complex, Oak Ridge, TN 37831 USA

关键词: U-Mo alloys;    Solute segregation;    Brody-Fleming model;   

DOI  :  10.1016/j.jnucmat.2016.02.035

来源: Elsevier

【 摘 要 】

Using first principles calculations, it is demonstrated that solute segregation during U-Mo solidification can be modeled using the classic Brody-Fleming limited diffusion framework. The necessary supporting equations specific to the U-Mo alloy, along with careful verification of the assumptions underpinning the Brody-Fleming model are developed, allowing for concentration profile predictions as a function of alloy composition and cooling rate. The resulting model is compared to experimental solute concentration profiles, showing excellent agreement. Combined with complementary modeling of dendritic feature sizes, the solute segregation model can be used to predict the complete microstructural state of individual U-Mo volume elements based upon cooling rates, informing ideal processing routes. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

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