Solar sails are of great promise for space exploration, affording missions that push the limits
of the possible. They enable a variety of novel science missions ranging from ultrafast …

This paper presents a detailed-balance analysis required for the achievement of a high-
efficiency spectral selective STPV system utilizing thermodynamic and optical modeling …

Since tungsten (W) has been selected as material for the ITER divertor target the knowledge
of the emissivity in the infrared (IR) wavelength range becomes mandatory. A dedicated …

Helium (He) retention in tungsten (W) is a concern in fusion reactors since it could be
detrimental to plasma facing components performance and influence the fusion fuel …

With its excellent automation capability and localized energy input enabling precise,
reproducible welds, laser beam welding represents a preferred industrial joining technology …

Due to their superior high-temperature thermomechanical capabilities, sputter erosion
durability, and excellent resistance to hydrogen isotopes, tungsten materials have garnered …

Characterizing immiscible metallic composites with electron microscopy and X-ray
spectroscopy is the classic way of obtaining their structural and physical details …

Abstract Tungsten-hafnia (W-HfO 2) selective thermal emitters with high hemispherical
emittance for thermophotovoltaic (TPV) applications are explored through numerical …

This review describes the basic and application aspects of the optical properties of
nanoparticles (NPs), which determine the dynamics and results of optical (laser) radiation …

Machine protection is a core task of real-time image diagnostics aiming for steady-state
operation in nuclear fusion devices. The paper evaluates the applicability of the newest low …