“…The initial measurements in Figure 4(b) correspond to elastic strain until the material yield point is reached, and the second region indicates plastic deformation. TEP has been utilized for real-time assessment of phase changes during thermal experiences such as welding, homogenization of castings [8], simulated radiation damage [9] of fuel clad material, and aging [10,11]. Real-time measurements are also possible using NDE techniques during fabrication and operation.…”