Oxide dispersion strengthened copper (ODS-Cu)

Oxide dispersion strengthened (ODS) copper alloys are copper strengthened by dispersing small particles of a second phase in the matrix that affects distribution motion They have excellent strength, conductivity and outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity Compared to pure copper, ODS copper alloys exhibit excellent thermal stability (ie., superior strength retention after exposure to high temperatures) needs to particles retaining grain growth during recycling The increased strength that comes with only a small decrease in thermal conductivity The combination of high strength and high conductivity, as well as resistance to damage and radiation, make ODS copper idea for a variety of applications, including fusion reactor components, collector jars of modern particle accelerators, X-ray absorbers, heat exchanges, and high strength Nb3Sn superconductor