Application
Nuclear Industry
Nuclear reactor cladding and core support components: SiC fiber composite materials offer neutron irradiation resistance and high-temperature corrosion resistance.
Material Adaptation & Solutions
For critical components such as nuclear reactor cladding and core support structures, continuous silicon carbide (SiC) fiber composite materials offer excellent neutron irradiation resistance and high-temperature corrosion resistance, maintaining structural stability over the long term in extreme service environments. They are important candidate materials for advanced nuclear energy systems.
Material Advantages
Low neutron absorption cross-section
Reduces impact on neutron economy, helping improve fuel utilization.
Resistance to irradiation swelling
Maintains dimensional stability under high neutron flux, preventing structural deformation and failure.
High retention of high-temperature strength
Retains load-bearing capacity at high temperatures under accident conditions.
Resistance to corrosive media
Withstands high-temperature water chemistry and corrosive environments, extending component service life.
