A comprehensive microstructural and transmission analysis on oxide dispersion-strengthened (ODS) alloys: Impact of erbium oxide (Er2O3) concentration on physical, structural, gamma-ray, and neutron attenuation properties

dc.authoridTekin, Huseyin Ozan/0000-0002-0997-3488
dc.authorwosidTekin, Huseyin Ozan/J-9611-2016
dc.contributor.authorGunoglu, Kadir
dc.contributor.authorGuler, Seval Hale
dc.contributor.authorGuler, Omer
dc.contributor.authorAlmisned, Ghada
dc.contributor.authorOzkavak, Hatice Varol
dc.contributor.authorAlbayrak, M. Gokhan
dc.contributor.authorAkkurt, Iskender
dc.date.accessioned2024-05-19T14:41:47Z
dc.date.available2024-05-19T14:41:47Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.departmentİstinye Üniversitesien_US
dc.description.abstractThis study explores the impact of integrating varying concentrations of Erbium Oxide (Er2O3) into Oxide Dispersion Strengthened (ODS) alloys, specifically focusing on gamma-ray and neutron attenuation properties. Utilizing a 316L stainless steel matrix, Er2O3 was methodically incorporated in concentrations ranging from 1 % to 21 % by weight. The structural and radiation attenuation properties of the resultant alloys were comprehensively analyzed using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and experimental gamma-ray transmission studies. The results demonstrate a significant enhancement in gamma-ray shielding with increased Er2O3 content. This enhancement is quantitatively evidenced by increased linear attenuation coefficient, elevated effective Electron Density (Neff), reduced Half-Value Layers (HVL), and higher effective atomic numbers (Zeff). These findings are crucial for nuclear applications where efficient gamma-ray shielding is paramount. Conversely, a decrease in the effective removal cross section (sigma R) for neutron attenuation was observed with higher Er2O3 concentrations. This suggests a potential compromise in neutron shielding efficiency, attributed to the dilution of neutron-absorbing base elements in the alloy. Additionally, the study reveals notable changes in the microstructural properties of the alloys, including alterations in particle size, distribution, and agglomeration, influenced by varying Er2O3 concentrations. In conclusion, this research provides valuable insights into the design of ODS alloys for nuclear radiation shielding, highlighting the balance between gamma-ray attenuation and neutron shielding properties. The study's findings contribute to the development of advanced materials for safer and more efficient nuclear technology applications.en_US
dc.description.sponsorshipPrincess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [PNURSP2024R149]en_US
dc.description.sponsorshipPrincess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University Researchers Supporting Project number (PNURSP2024R149) , Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.en_US
dc.identifier.doi10.1016/j.ceramint.2023.12.360
dc.identifier.endpage10484en_US
dc.identifier.issn0272-8842
dc.identifier.issn1873-3956
dc.identifier.issue7en_US
dc.identifier.scopus2-s2.0-85181156447en_US
dc.identifier.scopusqualityQ1en_US
dc.identifier.startpage10476en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org10.1016/j.ceramint.2023.12.360
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12713/5159
dc.identifier.volume50en_US
dc.identifier.wosWOS:001197469600001en_US
dc.identifier.wosqualityN/Aen_US
dc.indekslendigikaynakWeb of Scienceen_US
dc.indekslendigikaynakScopusen_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherElsevier Sci Ltden_US
dc.relation.ispartofCeramics Internationalen_US
dc.relation.publicationcategoryMakale - Uluslararası Hakemli Dergi - Kurum Öğretim Elemanıen_US
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessen_US
dc.snmz20240519_kaen_US
dc.subjectGamma-Ray Attenuationen_US
dc.subjectNeutron Attenuationen_US
dc.subject316l Stainless Steelen_US
dc.subjectOxide Dispersion Strengthened (Ods) Alloysen_US
dc.titleA comprehensive microstructural and transmission analysis on oxide dispersion-strengthened (ODS) alloys: Impact of erbium oxide (Er2O3) concentration on physical, structural, gamma-ray, and neutron attenuation propertiesen_US
dc.typeArticleen_US

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