Simulation and experimental validation of damage in ferritic/martensitic materials

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Ferritic/martensitic steels show very good resistance against radiation damage thus have been used in nuclear fission industry for a long time and are alterative candidates to be used in structural components of future fusion reactors. Their microstructure is complex which makes the simulation of their behaviour under extreme conditions time-consuming. However, recent developments in computational power and parallelised GPU calculations has made detailed simulation of such materials through cutting edge modelling techniques such as crystal plasticity finite element modelling possible. In this project you will be working with a team of researchers from University of Bristol to develop simulation techniques that are capable of modelling mechanical failure of ferritic martensitic materials. The project is connected to a large European project (ENTENTE) on this subject and you will be expected to interact with our European partners in particular the EDF team in France.