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Mitigation of radiation and hydrogen damage with laser peening through multiscale modelling

Cranfield University Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
✓ Funded (Competition) ⏰ Closing Soon materials modelling multiscale modelling fusion energy crystal plasticity hydrogen embrittlement irradiation damage shock laser peening

Explore innovative modelling techniques to improve material resilience against radiation and hydrogen damage. Develop predictive tools using crystal plasticity and multiscale approaches for next-generation fusion materials.

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Why This Research Matters

This research addresses critical material degradation challenges hindering fusion energy development, aiming to extend component lifetimes under extreme conditions. Outcomes will guide manufacturing processes to produce more durable materials, supporting clean and sustainable energy solutions.

Fusion Energy Shock Laser Peening Material Degradation Hydrogen Embrittlement Multiscale Modelling

Project Description

Description: This PhD project investigates how shock laser peening (SLP) can improve resistance to radiation and hydrogen damage in materials used in extreme environments such as fusion reactors. Fusion energy systems expose materials to: high temperatures intense radiation hydrogen exposure mechanical stress The research will: analyse microstructural changes caused by laser peening model hydrogen and defect transport in materials study interactions between dislocations, grain boundaries, and stress fields develop multiscale models (atomistic → mesoscale) validate models with experimental data Key research areas: defect mobility and trapping residual stress and dislocation evolution grain boundary formation and refinement high-strain-rate material behaviour The project aims to: reduce material degradation (embrittlement) improve durability of fusion reactor materials develop design guidelines for advanced manufacturing processes The research is conducted in collaboration with Curtiss-Wright, providing strong industry exposure.

Entry Requirements

First or second class honours degree in:
Materials Science
Metallurgy
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Physics
Nuclear Engineering
or related field
Interest in:
computational modelling
materials behaviour
extreme environment engineering

How to Apply

Contact:

castellg@cranfield.ac.uk

Apply via Cranfield University online application system

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

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Dr Gustavo Castelluccio
Cranfield University, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
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Dr Gustavo Castelluccio specializes in materials degradation under extreme environments with a focus on fusion energy applications. His approach integrates experimental characterisation and multiscale computational models to predict and improve material resilience. He collaborates closely with industry to align research with practical manufacturing challenges.