An updated sample test matrix for the KFIB experiment is presented. The pre-irradiation test results for all fiber and SiC/SiC composite materials included in the test matrix, presented at the 4th IEA Workshop on SiC/SiC for Fusion Structural Applications held in Frascati, Italy, October 12-13, 2000, are reviewed. The KFIB samples have been delivered for capsule loading. They are scheduled to be irradiated from October-November, 2001 through April-May, 2002 to similar doses (2-4 dpa-SiC) in the ATR (Idaho Falls) at 300 degrees C and the HFR (Petten) at 625 and 975 degrees C. To assess irradiation enhanced creep (IEC) in SiC fibers, a bend stress relaxation module was added to the HFR sample matrix at each irradiation temperature.
Revised: January 17, 2011 |
Published: March 31, 2002
Citation
Youngblood G.E., R.H. Jones, W. Kowbel, P. De Heij, and A. Kohyama. 2002.An Update on the KFIB Experiment. In Fusion Materials: Semi-Annual Progress Report Ending June 30, 2001. 64-71. Washington Dc:DOE Office of Fusion Energy Sciences.PNNL-SA-31897.