Search for dissertations about: "vacancy concentration"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 34 swedish dissertations containing the words vacancy concentration.
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1. Mechanism-based flow stress model for Ti-6Al-4V : applicable for simulation of additive manufacturing and machining
Abstract : Ti-6Al-4V has remarkable properties such as high specific mechanical properties (viz. stiffness, strength, toughness, fatigue resistance), corrosion resistance, biocompatibility etc. These properties make it attractive for applications in aerospace, chemical industry, energy production, surgical implants, etc. READ MORE
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2. Point defects and ion conduction in solid oxides: a first-principles case study of La2Zr2O7
Abstract : In the endeavor to attain a clean environment and sustainable energy consumption, the notion of a future hydrogen economy stands out as one of the grandest visions. Striving for this vision, a critical task lies in optimizing the performance of the fuel-cell devices responsible for extracting electric power from the energy stored in hydrogen molecules. READ MORE
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3. Thermodynamic and kinetic properties of Fe-Cr and TiC-ZrC alloys from Density Functional Theory
Abstract : The complete and accurate thermodynamic and kinetic description of any systemis crucialfor understanding and predicting its properties. A particular interest is in systemsthat are used for some practical applications and have to be constantly improved usingmodification of their composition and structure. READ MORE
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4. Mechanistic Approach to Corrosion of Zirconium by Water - A First Principle Study
Abstract : Zirconium and zirconium oxides are of major technological importance. There are broad applications for these materials, from fuel cell electrolyte to semiconductors and in hip-implants. In nuclear power plants, zirconium alloys are widely used as cladding material to contain the fission fuel in the reactor cores. READ MORE
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5. Proton conductivity of lanthanum and barium zirconate: Microscale aspects on first-principles basis
Abstract : Fuel cells are devices which convert chemical energy into electrical energy cleanly and efficiently. Development of fuel cells compatible with hydrocarbon fuels would make more efficient use of present fossil and renewable fuels, and also enable progress towards a future hydrogen economy. READ MORE