Effect of Ion Irradiation on the Properties of Metals and Alloys

This book describes the interaction between ions and metallic targets as well as energy loss processes during ion implantation and irradiation. Ion bombardments of disks causes changes in surface layer chemical composition, radiation defect formation, sputtering, blistering, swelling, and ion mixing. These effects modify surface topography, crystalline structure, electrical and tribological properties of metals and alloys. The book presents the state-of-the-art in research on the effects of the implantation and irradiation on the friction and wear of modified materials, as well as practical applications of ion implantation and irradiation. It offers a review of current problems related to the modification of materials via irradiation. In addition, computer programs for modelling the depth of ions and vacancies in a disk are presented, and potential causes of disagreement between modelling and experimental results are described. Finally, the book provides evidence of the long-range effect.

Effect of Ion Irradiation on the Properties of Metals and Alloys is aimed at academics investigating the properties of metals and alloys after irradiation and/or implantation as well as for and students of engineering, physical and chemical sciences. The book is also useful for those looking for up-to-date information on these methods and ways of solving related problems, and for designers of equipment that is used in either places exposed to high ion irradiation or to cosmic space.