Frictional force is the opposing force that is created between two surfaces that try to move in the same direction or that try to move in opposite directions. The main purpose of a frictional force is to create resistance to the motion of one surface over the other surface. The frictional force… View Full Term
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These impurities, which are often found in crude oil, can cause corrosion in pipelines, vessels and refinery equipment:
By: Raghvendra Gopal | Founder & Director, Materials Info Consultancy Private Limited
Fouling in heat exchangers is a very typical challenge. Corrosion and fouling expert Aldrich Tyto explains how to tackle it:
By: Aldrich Tyto | Laboratory Manager, CORROSION
MIC occurs when a material degrades due to a microorganism's metabolic action. Here’s what you need to know about identification and protection:
By: Steven Bradley | Principal Consultant, Bradley Consulting Services
Using Radiography and Software Simulation for nondestructive pipe inspection.
By: Della Anggabrata
Naphthenic Acid Corrosion can be a difficult to predict although naphthenic acid is present in crude oil. Here's what you need to know:
Refractory metals are widely used due to their unique and desirable properties and behaviors—including corrosion resistance. Learn more here:
By: Corrosionpedia Staff
Metal dusting is a catastrophic form of corrosion degradation. Here's what you need to know about it—and how to mitigate it when it occurs:
There are a few key types of crevice corrosion - and conditions that cause them. Get to know them here.
By: Martin Rodriguez | Senior Researcher, CNEA
Corrosion can cause drinking water to be unsightly, unpalatable or even unsafe. This article goes through corrosion control in drinking water systems.
High-temperature corrosion involves a number of key products. By identifying these, it is possible to prevent future corrosion.
Fiber-reinforced composites are strong and lightweight materials for automotive applications, but they can cause galvanic corrosion.
Combining lab testing with real-world industrial experience can help determine standards and approve materials to be used in specific environmental conditions.
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