Phase composition, structure, and plastic deformation localization in Zr1%Nb alloys

L. B. Zuev, S. Y. Zavodchikov, T. M. Poletika, G. S. Cheremnykh, V. B. Filippov, V. I. Belov, V. M. Arzhakova, O. V. Bocharov, A. K. Shikov, Anand Garde, Arthur Motta, C. E. Coleman, Pierre Barberis

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Abstract

The feasibility of strengthening the Zr1%Nb alloy by achieving a non-uniform solid solution oxygen distribution in the a grains is considered. Technology employing Nb2O5 as an oxygen source has been developed, which permits introduction into the alloy additional oxygen up to 0.06-0.09 wt. %. Using the method of electron microscopy, the oxygen distribution of the as-produced alloy was examined. The material was found to contain Zr and Nb oxides of non-stoichiometric compositions. The regular features of plastic deformation localization were investigated. These features as revealed by the deforming material may be regarded as forerunners of necking in the course of Zr alloy tube manufacture and are indicative of probable material fracture.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationZirconium in the NUCLEAR INDUSTRY - Fourteenth International Symposium
PublisherAmerican Society for Testing and Materials
Pages264-275
Number of pages12
Edition1467
ISBN (Print)0803134932, 9780803134935
StatePublished - 2005
Event14th International Symposium on Zirconium in the NUCLEAR INDUSTRY - Stockholm, Sweden
Duration: Jun 13 2004Jun 17 2004

Publication series

NameASTM Special Technical Publication
Number1467
ISSN (Print)0066-0558

Other

Other14th International Symposium on Zirconium in the NUCLEAR INDUSTRY
Country/TerritorySweden
CityStockholm
Period6/13/046/17/04

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Engineering

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