Microstructure Analysis of Neutron Absorber Al/B4C Metal Matrix Composites

The microstructure of Al/B4C metal matrix composites (MMCs) used as neutron absorbers in both dry storage casks and wet storage pools of spent nuclear fuel was analyzed by SEM and TEM. A polishing method of a focused Ga+ ion beam was used to obtain an ideal sample surface with very low roughness, wh...

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Main Authors: Jianxin Lin, Guang Ran, Penghui Lei, Chao Ye, Shilin Huang, Shangquan Zhao, Ning Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-12-01
Series:Metals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4701/7/12/567