Project Description:
This project is focused on developing a stronger understanding of the influence of irradiation on the mechanical failure of metals deployed as components in nuclear reactors. We will develop and implement computational models in a crystal plasticity finite element framework which consider irradiation-induced defects. These models will be employed to predict the deformation
response of austenitic stainless steel bolts harvested from pressurized water reactors. Post-irradiation examination of samples using methods such as (S)TEM, SEM/EBSD, and high energy diffraction microscopy—will be performed by external collaborators at Argonne National Laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Students will work directly with these scientists to utilize these data to construct virtual samples for use in simulations, as well as track the deformation response in situ during deformation loading. Further, students will have the opportunity to travel to the Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory to participate in beam line experiments.
Qualifications and Requirements:

• MS (preferred) or BS in mechanical engineering, metallurgical engineering, materials
  science, or other relevant STEM disciplines (e.g., physics, mathematics).
• Minimum GPA of 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.
• Appreciable experience with programming and scripting, primarily in Python or
  MATLAB. Special attention will be given to candidates with programming
  experience in Fortran or other similar languages (C, C++, etc.).
• Available to begin 15 August 2024.
  Laboratory:
  The Advanced Computational Materials Engineering Laboratory (ACME Lab) employs
  large-scale simulations to model the deformation response of materials in an effort to
  determine how crystal-scale deformation processes and the microstructure of the materials
  influence their macroscopic behavior and properties. This is achieved primarily through the
  use of crystal-scale finite element simulations using the program FEPX. More information
  can be found at:
  ACME Lab: www.acmelab.ua.edu
  FEPX: www.fepx.info
  To Apply:
  Candidates may send their CV and unofficial transcript to mkasemer@eng.ua.edu

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