Alloys for molten salt reactors

Results are reported from studies on the selection, development and manufacture of structural materials for a fuel-salt circulation loop of molten salt reactors. Studies into the properties of materials obtained were performed. The analysis of the main physical properties has suggested the nickel-based alloy with the optimum composition. The basic initial components of the alloy were refined by physical methods. The influence of deformation and thermal treatment on structural and mechanical properties of melted alloys was investigated. The present results give grounds to advise the alloys under discussion as materials for the fuel loop of molten salt reactors