J2-9168 — Final report
1.
Using polycrystalline plasticity modelling to understand short crack behaviour in steel

We presented the research activities of the Reactor Engineering Division of Jožef Stefan Institute in the fields of microstructurally short cracks and multiscale model development. The presented results included computed mesoscopic stress fields, development of shear bands and a sensitivity analysis of the equivalent macroscopic response at various sizes of polycristalls. We showed the connection between the grain orientations and the crack tip parameters. We explained the influence of the development of shear bands and crack-containing grain size on the crack tip parameters.

B.04 Guest lecture

COBISS.SI-ID: 21453351
2.
Polycrystalline material modeling: invited talk

The lecture presented the research efforts of the Jozef Stefan Institute, Reactor Engineering Division in the area of modeling grain structure materials. Methods of simulating the random nature of grain structures were presented as well as appropriate constitutive models. Methods for ascertaining macroscopic equivalent values and models with embedded short cracks were presented. The latest understanding of the effect of microstructures on short cracks were explained.

B.04 Guest lecture

COBISS.SI-ID: 20824103
3.
International organizing committee member of »International Conference of Designing Against Fracture«

The Scopus of the conference is to attract interdisciplinary work in the areas of design and prevention of fracture. Works are expected to cover a number of different technological areas including aeronautics, construction, automotive, etc. The conference is under the auspices of European Structural Integrity Society, European Aeronautics Science Network and University of Patras.

B.01 Organiser of a scientific meeting

COBISS.SI-ID: 218506
4.
Usage of methods and techniques for assessing ageing and ensuring safe operation of nuclear and radiation facilities: CRP no. V2-0375

Within the research project we assess the current state-of-the art of multiscale material modeling in the area of assessing material ageing and ensuring safe operation of nuclear and radiation facilities. The multiscale models have an important role in our understanding and forecasting the early development of damage in metals. Models and methods were also assessed from a perspective of being able to be used by industry.

F.03 Increased qualifications of the research and development staff

COBISS.SI-ID: 721578
5.
The strategic research agenda of the sustainable nuclear energy technology platform (SNETP)

The document defines strategic goals for sustainable nuclear technology platform. Nuclear energy needs to remain competitive, appropriate solutions for radioactive waste need to be implemented, new reactor types should be developed while maintaining appropriate research infrastructures. Education and training of researchers and engineers is also necessary for maintaining knowledge.

D.08 Management and development of research activities

COBISS.SI-ID: 23133479