Multiscale Modeling and Characterization Technique of Advanced Nanostructured Materials for Extreme Service

This reprint presents a comprehensive collection of research from the successful Nanomaterials Special Issue, “Multiscale Modeling and Characterization Technique of Advanced Nanostructured Materials for Extreme Service.” This compilation offers a lasting, curated overview of the latest advancements in the field. The collected works showcase a powerful synergy of experimental and theoretical approaches aimed at understanding and engineering materials for the most demanding environments. The content spans a wide spectrum of critical topics. Contributions delve into the preparation and characterization of advanced composites, the simulation of irradiation effects in nuclear materials, and multiscale modeling. Foundational computational methods are well-represented through first-principles calculations, molecular dynamics, and Monte Carlo simulations. The application-oriented research includes studies on novel radiation-shielding materials, spent nuclear fuel reprocessing, and advanced nuclear fuels, all increasingly supported by machine learning techniques for materials discovery and property prediction. By integrating these diverse yet interconnected studies, this reprint serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and students. It highlights how multiscale modeling, from the atomic to the continuum level, combined with advanced characterization, is pivotal for developing robust nanostructured materials capable of withstanding extreme conditions in nuclear, aerospace, and other high-tech sectors.