Advanced sustainable materials for nuclear energy
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Trinayan Saikia
Abstract
In order to prolong the lifespan, safety, and efficiency of nuclear energy infrastructure, cutting-edge sustainable materials must be developed. Since nuclear power continues to play a major role in the generation of clean energy worldwide, novel materials are needed to address issues such as waste management, corrosion, radiation resistance, and high-temperature stability. Reactor performance and sustainability have been greatly improved over time by advancements in self-healing materials, high-entropy alloys, ceramic composites, and nanostructured materials. Due to their increased endurance and reduced environmental impact, these materials are essential to next-generation nuclear reactors, such as fusion energy systems and small modular reactors. With a focus on their contributions to reactor safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability, this investigation explores the significance of advanced sustainable materials in nuclear energy. This study highlights the importance of material advancements in shaping the future of nuclear energy as a sustainable power source by examining current developments and potential future innovations.
Abstract
In order to prolong the lifespan, safety, and efficiency of nuclear energy infrastructure, cutting-edge sustainable materials must be developed. Since nuclear power continues to play a major role in the generation of clean energy worldwide, novel materials are needed to address issues such as waste management, corrosion, radiation resistance, and high-temperature stability. Reactor performance and sustainability have been greatly improved over time by advancements in self-healing materials, high-entropy alloys, ceramic composites, and nanostructured materials. Due to their increased endurance and reduced environmental impact, these materials are essential to next-generation nuclear reactors, such as fusion energy systems and small modular reactors. With a focus on their contributions to reactor safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability, this investigation explores the significance of advanced sustainable materials in nuclear energy. This study highlights the importance of material advancements in shaping the future of nuclear energy as a sustainable power source by examining current developments and potential future innovations.
Chapters in this book
- Frontmatter I
- Contents V
- Foundations and evolution of sustainable materials for future renewable energy trends 1
- Sustainable materials for energy harvesting, piezoelectric applications, sensors, and fuel cells 25
- Advanced sustainable materials with green carbon nanostructure-based composites for environmental and energy harvesting 45
- Sustainable polymeric materials: development, challenges, and future benefits for industrialization 61
- Advancements in materials enabling wind energy 89
- Emergence of sustainable materials for energy harvesting: perspectives and future trends 117
- Advanced sustainable materials for nuclear energy 135
- Empowering the future via energy storage: roadmap of renewable energy mission 169
- Renewable energy resource: current status, future prospect, and their 3D printing technology 199
- Advancement and innovation in materials for solar energy and industrial development 219
- Breakthroughs in materials for solar energy: bridging education and industry 237
- Polymeric materials for clean energy: innovations, challenges, and industrial prospects 257
- Index 345
Chapters in this book
- Frontmatter I
- Contents V
- Foundations and evolution of sustainable materials for future renewable energy trends 1
- Sustainable materials for energy harvesting, piezoelectric applications, sensors, and fuel cells 25
- Advanced sustainable materials with green carbon nanostructure-based composites for environmental and energy harvesting 45
- Sustainable polymeric materials: development, challenges, and future benefits for industrialization 61
- Advancements in materials enabling wind energy 89
- Emergence of sustainable materials for energy harvesting: perspectives and future trends 117
- Advanced sustainable materials for nuclear energy 135
- Empowering the future via energy storage: roadmap of renewable energy mission 169
- Renewable energy resource: current status, future prospect, and their 3D printing technology 199
- Advancement and innovation in materials for solar energy and industrial development 219
- Breakthroughs in materials for solar energy: bridging education and industry 237
- Polymeric materials for clean energy: innovations, challenges, and industrial prospects 257
- Index 345
