Graham Hall

Graham Hall is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at The University of Manchester. His research focuses on nuclear graphite, particularly microstructural modelling and irradiation-induced changes in graphite. Hall's work involves using experimental data and computational methods such as computed X-ray tomography and finite element modelling to enhance understanding of graphite behaviour in nuclear reactors. His research contributes to the development of models for both existing and next-generation nuclear reactors. Hall's expertise aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 4, 9, 12, and 15. He has published extensively on topics including graphite weight loss, internal brick stresses, and finite element modelling of nuclear graphite.

Graham Hall is a Lecturer at the University of Manchester, UK, specializing in the application of the Finite Element Method to nuclear materials, particularly graphite. His research focuses on the behavior of graphite under irradiation, including dimensional changes, irradiation creep, and thermal/mechanical property variations. Hall investigates microstructural modeling of nuclear grade graphite and its performance in gas-cooled reactors and Generation IV nuclear systems. His work addresses the challenges of irradiation-induced stress and material degradation in graphite used as a core material. Hall's studies also explore the relationship between irradiation and thermal expansion, contributing to the development of predictive models for nuclear graphite behavior.