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, recently 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 May through October, 2001 to similar doses (2-4 dpa-SiC) in the ATR (Idaho Falls) at 300?C and the HFR (Petten) at 625 and 975?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: July 27, 2010 |
Published: June 30, 2001
Citation
Youngblood G.E., R.H. Jones, W. Kowbel, P. De Heij, and A. Kohyama. 2001.An Update on the KFIB Experiment. In Fusion Materials: Semi-Annual Progress Report for Period Ending June 30, 2001. 64-71. Washington Dc:US Department of Energy, Office of Fusion Energy Sciences.PNNL-SA-31888.