Abstract
The effect of metallurgical variables on the two most important crack growth mechanisms - stable crack growth by environmentally assisted cyclic crack growth and unstable crack growth by cleavage - in light water reactor pressure vessel steels is evaluated. The analyses are based on micromechanisms of fracture and sensitivity analysis, when applicable. Metallurgical variables considered are non-metallic inclusions and carbides as well as other parameters through their effects on yield strength and other mechanical properties.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 225-237 |
Journal | Nuclear Engineering and Design |
Volume | 87 |
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Publication status | Published - 1985 |
MoE publication type | A1 Journal article-refereed |