Chamber Materials

GOALS

Develop a plant-scale material that is:

• Optimized for irradiation performance including creep rupture strength and creep-fatigue.
• Flexible for multiple IFE plant configurations.
• Configurable for variable tritium breeding efficiency.

OVERVIEW: A fusion pilot plant will require new materials that withstand high radiation fluxes and damage. Components must endure intense neutron and x-ray exposure, rapid temperature changes, and repeated mechanical stresses. Researchers are developing advanced alloys, ceramics, and composites that resist radiation effects and maintain performance under these extreme conditions.

Roadmap for Chamber Materials