Description of need
Nuclear fission reactors involve lots of radiation, primarily of alpha particles (helium nucleus), beta particles (electrons), and gamma rays.
There is a need to better understand and predict the degradation created by alpha particles, and to design materials that can better withstand this irradiation, in order to build more resilient and cost-effective nuclear plants.
Problem severity (1-10)
Unknown
Who has this need
- Nuclear fission companies
- University researchers
Total addressable market (TAM)
Unknown
Solutions today, and their shortcomings
Unknown