ABSTRACT M n+ 1AX n phases (MAX phases for short with M: transition metal, A: A group
elements, X: C or N, and n= 1–3) have attracted considerable attention due to the unique …

Herein we report on the effect of neutron irradiation–of up to 0.1 displacements per atom at
360 (20)° C or 695 (25)° C–on polycrystalline samples of Ti 3 AlC 2, Ti 2 AlC, Ti 3 SiC 2 and …

Silicon carbide (SiC) for nuclear structural applications, whether in the monolithic ceramic or
composite form, will require a robust joining technology capable of withstanding the harsh …

A critical overview of the various parameters, such as annealing atmospheres, pore
microstructures, and pore sizes, that are critical in controlling the decomposition kinetics of Ti …

The family of layered carbides and nitrides known as MAX phase ceramics combine many
attractive properties of both ceramics and metals due to their nanolaminate crystal structure …

MAX phases and corresponding 2D derivative MXenes have attracted considerable
interests due to not only their fascinating mechanical, physical and chemical properties but …

MAX phase materials exhibit both metal and ceramic properties due to their unique
laminated atomic structures, making them promising candidates in advanced nuclear energy …

For the structure materials applied in the innovative nuclear energy system, the strongly
environment radiation source is always a big concern which will severely degrade the …

Herein we report on the characterization of defects formed in polycrystalline Ti 3 SiC 2 and
Ti 2 AlC samples exposed to neutron irradiation–up to 0.1 displacements per atom (dpa) at …

Herein we report on the formation of defects in response to neutron irradiation of
polycrystalline Ti 3 SiC 2 and Ti 3 AlC 2 samples exposed to total fluences of≈ 6× 10 20 n/m …