Project Info
*Thermo-mechanical Behavior of Similar and Dissimilar Joints for Gen3 CSP System
Yu
zyu@mines.edu
The objective of the project is to determine the feasibility of using advanced manufacturing technologies for the receiver, primary heat exchangers, and pipes in next generation (Gen3) concentrating solar power (CSP) components and evaluate cost-effective techniques when similar and dissimilar alloys are used.
More Information:
Grand Challenge: Make solar energy economical.
Primary Contacts:
Zhenzhen Yu (zyu@mines.edu)
Student Preparation
Qualifications
Fundamental knowledge on metallurgical characterization
TIME COMMITMENT (HRS/WK)
20hrs per week
SKILLS/TECHNIQUES GAINED
ThermoCalc calculations, hands-on skills for mechanical testing, joining techniques and metallurgical characterizations using optical and electron microscopy.
MENTORING PLAN
The student will work closely with the graduate students at the Center for Welding, Joining and Coatings Research, and participate in weekly group meetings.
PREFERRED STUDENT STATUS
Sophomore
Junior
Senior