Corrosion engineering

Corrosion engineering

The process of applying engineering science in the design and manufacturing of materials, structures and devices to manage and control corrosion.

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ligand

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The molecule, ion, or group bound to the central atom in a chelate or a coordination compound.

transference

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The movement of ions through the electrolyte associated with the passage of the electric current. Also called transport or migration.

The name given to the face-centered cubic crystal structure (FCC) of ferrous metals. Ordinary iron and steel has this structure at elevated temperatures; also certain stainless steels (300 series) ...

current

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The net transfer of electric charge per unit time. Also called electric current. See also current density.

fatigue life

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The number of cycles of stress that can be sustained prior to failure under a stated test condition.

solid-metal embrittlement

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The occurrence of embrittlement in a material below the melting point of the embrittling species. See also liquid-metal embrittlement.

resistance

Materials science; Corrosion engineering

The opposition that a device or material offers to the flow of direct current, equal to the voltage drop across the element divided by the current through the element. Also called electrical ...