Titanium: A Technical Guide (Second Edition)
Chapter 13: Corrosion Resistance
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Published:2000
Abstract
Titanium and its alloys are used chiefly for their high strength-to-weight ratio, but they also have excellent corrosion resistance, better even than stainless steels. Titanium, as the chapter explains, is protected by a tenacious oxide film that forms rapidly on exposed surfaces. The chapter discusses the factors that influence the growth and quality of this naturally passivating film, particularly the role of oxidizing and inhibiting species, temperature, and alloying elements. It also discusses the effect of different corrosion processes and environments as well as hydrogen, stress-corrosion cracking, liquid metal embrittlement, and surface treatments.
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Member Sign InCorrosion Resistance, Titanium: A Technical Guide, 2nd ed., By Matthew J. Donachie, Jr., ASM International, 2000, p 123–130, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.ttg2.t61120123
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