Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics
Chapter 7: Chemical Composition
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Published:2013
Abstract
The overall chemical composition of metals and alloys is most commonly determined by x-ray fluorescence (XRF) and optical emission spectroscopy (OES). High-temperature combustion and inert gas fusion methods are typically used to analyze dissolved gases (oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen) and, in some cases, carbon and sulfur in metals. This chapter discusses the operating principles of XRF, OES, combustion and inert gas fusion analysis, surface analysis, and scanning auger microprobe analysis. The details of equipment set-up used for chemical composition analysis as well as the capabilities of related techniques of these methods are also covered.
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Member Sign InChemical Composition, Inspection of Metals: Understanding the Basics, Edited By F.C. Campbell, ASM International, 2013, p 139–160, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.imub.t53720139
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