Sputter coating and processing of monolithic U-Mo nuclear fuel

Focusing on the advancements in nuclear fuel technology, the book delves into the development of high-density U-Mo alloys with Al cladding. Dr. Wolfgang Schmid discusses the successful performance of U-Mo/Al fuel designs under various conditions and highlights the challenges of industrial fabrication. He introduces the innovative ion sputter coating technique, drawing parallels with microelectronics, and explains its potential to enhance processing methods for monolithic U-Mo/Al fuels. Detailed insights into experimental applications and benefits are also provided.