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Title: Computational modeling and neutron imaging to understand interface shape and solute segregation during the vertical gradient freeze growth of BaBrCl:Eu

Journal Article · · Journal of Crystal Growth

In this work we apply continuum models to analyze phase change, heat transfer, fluid flow, solute transport, and segregation in order to understand prior neutron imaging observations of the vertical gradient freeze growth of Eu-doped BaBrCl. The models provide a rigorous framework in which to understand the mechanisms that are responsible for the complicated evolution of interface shape and dopant distribution in the growth experiment. We explain how a transition in the solid/liquid interface shape from concave to convex is driven by changes in radial heat transfer caused by furnace design. We also provide a mechanistic explanation of how dynamic growth conditions and changes of the flow structure in the melt result in complicated segregation patterns in this system. A growth pause caused by controller lock-up is shown to result in a band of solute depletion in accordance with classical theory. However, changing flow patterns during growth result in a non-monotonic axial distribution of solute that cannot be explained by simple application of classical segregation models. We assert that the approach presented here, namely the use of rigorous models in conjunction advanced diagnostics, such as neutron imaging, provides an exciting path forward for process optimization and control, accelerating the incremental advances that have, in the past, typically relied on empiricism, experience, and intuition.

Research Organization:
Los Alamos National Lab. (LANL), Los Alamos, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Office of Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D (NA-22); USDOE
Grant/Contract Number:
89233218CNA000001; NA0002514; AC02-05CH11231
OSTI ID:
1605133
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1775936
Report Number(s):
LA-UR-19-32682
Journal Information:
Journal of Crystal Growth, Vol. 536, Issue C; ISSN 0022-0248
Publisher:
ElsevierCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English
Citation Metrics:
Cited by: 2 works
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Web of Science

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