Modélisation du comportement mécanique de matériaux hétérogènes

The objective of this postdoctoral position is to propose a suitable modeling methodology for the non-linear static and dynamic mechanical properties of multi-material assemblies (broadly defined). These assemblies may range from the microscopic scale (e.g., particle-filled polymers) and mesoscopic scale to the macroscopic scale, including parts produced via additive manufacturing, such as lattice structures. The modeling will be based on experimental results from static mechanical tests using in situ X-ray tomography, conducted during the postdoctoral appointment. Depending on the scale involved, these experiments will take place either within the laboratory (which is equipped with an in situ X-ray tomography testing machine) or—for the microscopic scale—via synchrotron campaigns to be organized by the candidate. Regarding dynamic behavior, the candidate will incorporate results from other internal studies on the macroscopic behavior of materials or parts obtained through Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) or vibration testing (using a shaker).

Preparation and characterization of an oxide/oxide composite

Fiber-reinforced ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) are a class of materials that combine good specific mechanical properties (properties relative to their density) with resistance to high temperatures (> 1000 °C), even in oxidizing atmospheres. They are typically composed of a carbon or ceramic fiber reinforcement and a ceramic matrix (carbide or oxide.
The proposed study focuses on the development of a low-matrix oxide/oxide CMC with suitable dielectric, thermal, and mechanical properties.
This study will be conducted in collaboration with several laboratories at CEA Le Ripault.

Construction of a digital model at the mesoscopic scale of macroscopic composite parts

NA

Design of a crystal growth process

Laser fusion facilities, like LMJ, require the use of large optical components. Some of them are large KDP or DKDP (KDP partially deuterated) plates extracted from single crystals.
Currently, DKDP single crystals are produced a by slow growth method were the growth time exceeds two years.
Here, we proposed to study a rapid growth method to reducing the growth time to a few months.

Design and performance of mechanical tests on technological specimens of Ceramic Matrix Composites

NA

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