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Science of materials. Progress report, January 1-December 31, 1979

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6701846· OSTI ID:6701846
The research program includes studies of the microchemistry, microstructure, deformation, corrosion and fracture of metals, ceramics and alloy materials, of the hydrogen embrittlement of metals, the mechanism of heat transfer across interfacts, catalytic properties of surfaces, and erosion of surfaces by fluid suspended particles. The structure of liquids, polymers and disordered solids is under investigation with emphasis on molecular interactions and bonding, on ionic conduction, phase transitions and radiation damage. Ferro- and pyro-electric materials with potential for solar energy applications are under development. The study of optical properties includes the mechanism of luminescence, the design of molecular photoreceptors, and new semiconductor materials for photovoltaic devices.
Research Organization:
Illinois Univ., Urbana (USA). Materials Research Lab.
DOE Contract Number:
AC02-76ER01198
OSTI ID:
6701846
Report Number(s):
DOE/ER/01198-1335
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English