MAB phases are a new class of layered ternary materials that have already shown a number
of outstanding properties. Here, we investigate defect evolution and radiation tolerance of …

Porosity throughout the zirconium oxide films plays a crucial role in the corrosion behavior
and oxidation kinetics of Zr alloys, as it likely provides pathways for oxidizing and hydriding …

We have investigated the radiation tolerance of Cr-B binaries and Cr-Al-B ternary MAB
phases using a combination of ab initio calculations and experiments. One key discovery is …

M n+ 1 AX n phases exhibit unique laminated atomic structures that result in properties
typical of both ceramics and metals. Due to their unusual characteristics, these materials …

Future nuclear reactors and advanced power generators require materials with good
stability and damage tolerance under harsh conditions, including high temperatures and …

Nano-porosity development in thermally grown oxides plays a significant role in oxidation
kinetics as nanopores may provide pathways for oxidizing species. As an example, Zr alloys …

Surface microstructural modifications of 2A12 aluminum alloy exposed to 60 keV Ar ion
bombardment with the dose of 1× 10 17 ions/cm 2 under vacuum were studied in detail. The …

Laser cladding was investigated as a method for the in-situ synthesis of Ti-Al-C MAX phase
coatings due to its speed compared with standard powder metallurgy methods, localized …

Ti 3 SiC 2 is a potential structural material for nuclear reactor applications. However, He
irradiation effects in this material are not well understood, especially at high temperatures …

Ti 3 CNT x MXenes with unique electrical conductivity can be widely applied for
supercapacitors and electromagnetic shielding. However, its relatively low-yield quaternary …