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Neutron irradiation damage

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Material changes caused by high neutron flux

Neutron irradiation damage refers to material changes caused by high neutron flux, typically in a nuclear reactor after many years.

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References

  1. Neutron Irradiation Damage in Graphite and Its Effects on Properties Burchell 2002


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