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The integration of real-time mechanical testing with non-destructive elemental analysis under radiation exposure represents a major advancement in characterizing materials in extreme environments. This work focuses on developing an integrated universal testing machine (UTM) and particle-induced X-ray emission (PIXE) system using the MC50 cyclotron beamline, enabling simultaneous evaluation of mechanical behavior and elemental changes during proton irradiation. The current setup includes the proton/neutron irradiation system, beamline configuration, and a vacuum-mounted sample holder. Upcoming steps involve incorporating UTM-based real-time stress–strain monitoring and optimizing PIXE detector alignment for high-resolution elemental profiling. This combined platform will allow concurrent observation of deformation, elemental redistribution, and irradiation-induced effects, reflecting conditions relevant to high-radiation and high-temperature applications. Expected outcomes include establishing direct correlations between mechanical property degradation and compositional changes, offering new insights into radiation damage mechanisms. Ultimately, the integrated UTM–PIXE system is anticipated to set a new standard for advanced material testing and support the design of resilient materials for nuclear, aerospace, and other high-intensity operational environments.
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