Materials science

Materials science

The the study of matter and their applications in various areas of science and engineering.

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chromizing

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

A surface treatment at elevated temperature, generally carried out in pack, vapor, or salt bath, in which an alloy is formed by the inward diffusion of chromium into the base ...

high-temperature hydrogen attack

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

A loss of strength and ductility of . Steel by high-temperature reaction of absorbed hydrogen with carbides in the steel resulting in decarburization and internal fissuring.

cathodic protection

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

(1) Reduction of corrosion rate by shifting the corrosion potential of the electrode toward a less oxidizing potential by applying an external electromotive force. (2) Partial or ...

inhibitor

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

A chemical substance or combination of substances that, when present in the environment, prevents or reduces corrosion without significant reaction with the components of the ...

reactive metal

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

A metal that readily combines with oxygen at elevated temperatures to form very stable oxides, for example, titanium, zirconium, and beryllium. Reactive metals may also become ...

caustic dip

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

A strongly alkaline solution into which metal is immersed for etching. for neutralizing acid, or for removing organic materials such as greases or paints.