The possible use of open-cell metal foams for particle accelerator beam liners is considered. Available materials and modeling tools are reviewed, potential pros and cons are pointed out, and a study program is outlined.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1307.4779,
title = {Open Cell Metal Foams for Beam Liners?},
author = {R. P. Croce and S. Petracca and A. Stabile},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1307.4779},
year = {2013}
}