Abstract
The deformation microstructure and creep mechanisms of Zircaloy-4 have been investigated. Four Zircaloy-4 specimens were tested at different temperatures and stress levels and the deformation microstructures of these specimens were analyzed using transmission electron microscopy. On the basis of microstructural observation of a-type screw dislocations in prismatic slip systems, the modified jogged-screw model has been applied as a rate controlling mechanism for creep of Zircaloy-4. In addition, the stress dependency of dislocation density, jog spacing, and jog height has been evaluated via modeling and experimental observations. The purpose of this study is to provide a detailed understanding of the creep deformation of Zircaloy-4 and prediction of creep rates in this alloy based on the microstructural information obtained from TEM analysis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 177-189 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Journal of Nuclear Materials |
Volume | 353 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 15 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- C1100
- D0400
- E0300
- T0100
- Z0100