A Review of the Latest Developments in the Field of Additive Manufacturing Techniques for Nuclear Reactors

This review paper provides insights the into current developments in additive manufacturing (AM) techniques. The comprehensive presentations about AM methods, material properties (i.e., irradiation damage, as-built defects, residual stresses and fatigue fracture), experiments, numerical simulations and standards are discussed as well as their advantages and shortages for the application in the field of nuclear reactor. Meanwhile, some recommendations that need to be focused on are presented to advance the development and application of AM techniques in nuclear reactors. The knowledge included in this paper can serve as a baseline to tailor the limitations, utilize the superiorities and promote the wide feasibilities of the AM techniques for wide application in the field of nuclear reactors.

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This paper provides a review of the current developments in additive manufacturing (AM) techniques for nuclear reactors, including AM methods, material properties, experiments, and numerical simulations. The advantages and limitations of AM techniques in this field are discussed, and recommendations for further development and application are presented.