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Advanced Characterization of Metals under Extreme Environments

{{Expansion depth limit exceeded|ProgramName=Advanced Characterization of Metals under Extreme Environments (ACME2) |ProgramType=Program |OrgSponsor=Colorado School of Mines |TopOrganization=Department of Energy |CreationLegislation=Not applicable; part of broader research initiatives |Purpose=ACME2 aims to advance the understanding of metallic materials' behavior under extreme conditions like high temperatures, pressures, and radiation. It focuses on developing new characterization techniques and materials modeling to improve the performance and durability of metals in nuclear and other high-stress environments. |Website=https://www.mines.edu/ |ProgramStart=Not specified; part of ongoing research |InitialFunding=Not specified; funded through various grants and partnerships |Duration=Ongoing |Historic=false }} The Advanced Characterization of Metals under Extreme Environments (ACME2) at the Colorado School of Mines focuses on advancing the understanding of metallic materials' behavior under extreme conditions like high temperatures, pressures, and radiation. It seeks to develop new characterization techniques and materials modeling to enhance the performance and durability of metals in applications critical to national security, energy, and advanced manufacturing, especially in nuclear and aerospace sectors.

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Goals

  • Develop advanced characterization methods for metals under extreme environments.
  • Improve fundamental understanding of how metals respond to extreme conditions.
  • Create predictive models for material behavior to aid in the design of new alloys.
  • Collaborate with national labs and industry to translate research into practical applications.

Organization

ACME2 is part of the broader research portfolio at the Colorado School of Mines, likely led by faculty within the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. It involves multiple researchers, possibly under the direction of a principal investigator or program director. Funding for this initiative comes from grants, including those from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and possibly other governmental and industry partners.

Partners

History

ACME2 builds upon previous research efforts in materials science at the Colorado School of Mines. It's part of a continuing focus on materials characterization under extreme conditions, with no specific founding date or legislative act mentioned. The program likely evolved from earlier projects or as a response to new challenges in materials science for extreme environments, particularly in the context of nuclear stewardship and advanced manufacturing.

Funding

Specific details on initial funding or total budget for ACME2 are not publicly detailed. The program's funding appears to be a blend of federal grants, particularly from NNSA, and potentially from industry collaborations. Funding for such research programs at universities like Mines often involves multi-year grants aimed at supporting sustained research efforts.

Implementation

Implementation involves a combination of experimental research, computational modeling, and collaboration with national labs. Researchers at ACME2 work on developing and applying advanced techniques like high-energy X-ray diffraction microscopy, machine learning for materials science, and simulations of material behavior under extreme conditions. There's no defined end date for this program, as it aligns with ongoing research themes at Mines.

Related

External links

  • https://www.mines.edu/
  • No specific Wikipedia article for ACME2; general information on Colorado School of Mines can be found at wikipedia:Colorado School of Mines

Social media

  • There are no specific social media accounts for ACME2; updates can be found through the Colorado School of Mines' social media.

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