Science of materials. Progress report, July 1, 1977--June 30, 1978
Progress is reported in research which includes studies of the deformation, stress corrosion and fracture of alloys and geologic materials with emphasis on hydrogen embrittlement of metals; the mechanism of heat transfer across interfaces; 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 ionic conduction, phase transitions and radiation damage. Ferro- and pyroelectric materials with potential for solar energy applications are under development. The study of optical properties includes the mechanism of luminescence and new semiconductor materials for photovoltaic devices. The electronic properties of crystals are the subject of a continued effort to resolve current problems of magnetic behavior and photon-solid interactions. Specific quantum properties of matter are explored with emphasis on superconductivity, diffusion of hydrogen in metals and the properties of solid helium.
- Research Organization:
- Illinois Univ., Urbana (USA). Materials Research Lab.
- DOE Contract Number:
- EY-76-C-02-1198
- OSTI ID:
- 7095761
- Report Number(s):
- COO-1198-1210
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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