Is this project an undergraduate, graduate, or faculty project?
Undergraduate
Project Type
individual
Campus
Daytona Beach
Authors' Class Standing
Katherine Hoffsetz, Senior
Lead Presenter's Name
Katherine Hoffsetz
Lead Presenter's College
DB College of Arts and Sciences
Faculty Mentor Name
Mihhail Berezovski
Abstract
This project explores advanced image analysis techniques to assess the microstructure of depleted uranium fuel compacts before and after undergoing deformation in a rolling mill. Utilizing Python imaging libraries such as scikit-image and OpenCV, we aim to extract key quantitative metrics, including fuel plate thickness, particle size distribution, and material composition from scanning electron microscope (SEM) images. Additionally, uncertainty quantification methods will be applied to evaluate measurement accuracy. By automating feature extraction and material classification, this study contributes to enhancing the precision of SEM-based material characterization, which is critical for nuclear fuel research and reactor conversion programs.
Did this research project receive funding support (Spark, SURF, Research Abroad, Student Internal Grants, Collaborative, Climbing, or Ignite Grants) from the Office of Undergraduate Research?
No
Quantitative Analysis for Scanning Electron Microscopy Images of DU-Silicide
This project explores advanced image analysis techniques to assess the microstructure of depleted uranium fuel compacts before and after undergoing deformation in a rolling mill. Utilizing Python imaging libraries such as scikit-image and OpenCV, we aim to extract key quantitative metrics, including fuel plate thickness, particle size distribution, and material composition from scanning electron microscope (SEM) images. Additionally, uncertainty quantification methods will be applied to evaluate measurement accuracy. By automating feature extraction and material classification, this study contributes to enhancing the precision of SEM-based material characterization, which is critical for nuclear fuel research and reactor conversion programs.