Processing of Molybdenum and TZM alloy for High Temperature Reactors

The textbook "Processing of Molybdenum and TZM Alloy for High Temperature Reactors" by Sanjib Majumdar addresses the scientific and technological challenges associated with the processing of molybdenum and the TZM alloy (Mo-0.6Ti-0.2Zr-0.02C). It provides a comprehensive examination of the kinetics of hydrogen reduction of MoO3 to Mo, as well as the morphology of the reduced Mo powder. Additionally, it discusses mechanical alloying and hot isostatic pressing for the production of the TZM alloy. The book also analyzes the sealing behavior and grain growth during the sintering of Mo and TZM components, as well as the production of TZM tubes using powder metallurgy. Another focus is on the hot deformation behavior of the TZM alloy at temperatures between 600 and 900 °C, along with the development of oxidation-resistant coatings based on silicide and aluminosilicate. The experimental methods and results provide a valuable foundation for future developments in the field of high-temperature resistant materials suitable for the construction of high-temperature power plants.