Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5478033 Progress in Nuclear Energy 2017 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
The hardness and fracture toughness of U3Si2 was found to be comparable to that of unirradiated UO2. Given that UO2 has a history of good experience in the nuclear industry, U3Si2's comparable cracking behavior and mechanical properties speak favorably for its anticipated performance in reactor.
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