... of the thermostructural performance are verified by finite element calculations. Given the results of the analysis, possible heat pipe fluid systems are assessed, and their applicability to the relevant conditions determined. The results indicate that the niobium alloy Cb-752, with lithium as the working fluid...

... lightweight structures nickel alloys niobium alloys silicon compounds stoichiometry active cooling lightweight structures sandwich panels hypersonics multi-functional optimization thermal stresses materials selection Components that experience extreme heat flux, while simultaneously...