摘要 |
<p>A method for enhancing the water corrosion resistance of zirconium and zirconium alloys. According to the method, at least one metal element, e.g. 2-10 wt% of cerium, which can stabilise the quadratic phase of zirconia, is added to the zirconium or zirconium alloy. The resulting modified alloys may be used in structural members or as the cladding for fuel elements in nuclear reactors.</p> |