Materials whose properties and performance are considered in a nuclear-energy or radiation environment. Radiation damage in materials, coolant compatibility and temperature-dependent properties are coupled to the component's mechanical function.
Nuclear materials refer to substances that can be used in the production of nuclear energy or nuclear weapons. These materials are primarily associated with nuclear reactors, nuclear fuel cycles, and various applications in research, medicine, and industry. There are several categories of nuclear materials, primarily including: 1. **Fissile Materials**: These materials can sustain a nuclear chain reaction.
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