Alloys based on zirconium, widely used for water-reactor nuclear fuel cladding because of their useful combination of low neutron absorption and material properties. Corrosion, hydrogen uptake, creep and irradiation-induced dimensional changes limit performance.
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Zirconium alloys are materials primarily composed of zirconium and various alloying elements, such as tin, niobium, iron, and nickel, among others. These alloys are known for their unique properties, which make them suitable for a variety of applications, especially in environments where high corrosion resistance and mechanical strength are required.