Nanoindentation based techniques were significantly enhanced by continuous stiffness
monitoring capabilities. In essence, this allowed to expand from point-wise discrete …

The focused ion beam (FIB) is a powerful tool for fabrication, modification, and
characterization of materials down to the nanoscale. Starting with the gallium FIB, which was …

The formation of helium cavities in coarse-grained materials produces hardening
proportional to the number density and size of the cavities and due to the interaction of …

Tungsten is, due to a combination of high strength and good physical properties, frequently
considered for high-performance applications in the harshest environments. Oftentimes its …

Nanocomposite materials containing a soft and hard metal phase are a promising strategy to
combine ultra-high strength, ductility and fracture toughness. However, given the rather …

Nuclear power plays a key role as renewable energy in alleviating the worldwide energy
shortage. The material degradation caused by high-temperature and high-flux neutron …

Material degradation due to precipitation of implanted helium (He) is a major concern in
nuclear facilities. Conventional structural design strategies are only limit the nucleation and …

This paper presents simulation results of the ionization losses of incident He2+ ions with an
energy of 40 keV during the passage of incident ions in the near-surface layer of alloys …

Gaining insight into the underlying mechanisms driving nanoindentation-induced behavior
in tungsten is essential for comprehending its mechanical properties. Although the plasticity …

Understanding the correlation between the deformation field and the diffusion of lithium in
electrode materials can provide the knowledge of the effects of materials constants on the …