An overview of radiation exposure effects on concrete in nuclear power plants

Karol Skiba; Roman Kinasz

doi:10.35784/bud-arch.6888

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Opublikowane: 2025-06-25

DOI: https://doi.org/10.35784/bud-arch.6888

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Authors

Karol Skiba

kskiba@agh.edu.pl

Doctoral School; AGH University of Krakow;

https://orcid.org/0009-0001-6303-3825

Roman Kinasz

rkinash@agh.edu.pl

Department of Civil Engineering and Resource Management; AGH University of Krakow;

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6715-9583

Abstrakt

This review summarizes the effects of radiation exposure on the properties of concrete, with a focus on the impacts on compressive and tensile strength, elastic modulus, weight loss, and dimensional changes. Ionising radiation, including neutron exposure, can significantly alter the mechanical and physical properties of concrete used in nuclear energy facilities. Recent advancements in developing ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) and radiation shielding concrete with heavy natural aggregates offer promising alternatives for radiation shielding. AI-driven models can support this by predicting material performance under irradiation.

Słowa kluczowe:

radiation, neutron exposure, concrete properties, nuclear energy facility, concrete biological shield

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