Chapter 12: Techniques for Diagnosis of Corrosion Failures
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Published:2000
Abstract
This chapter discusses the techniques applicable to the diagnosis of corrosion failures, including visual and microscopic examination of corroded surfaces and microstructure; chemical analysis of the metal, corrosion products, and bulk environment; nondestructive evaluation methods; corrosion testing techniques; and mechanical testing techniques. A guide to investigative techniques used in corrosion failure analysis is provided in a table, describing the advantages and limitations of each technique. The principal stages of the investigation and analysis of corrosion failures discussed in the chapter are: collection of background information and sampling; preliminary laboratory examination; detailed metallographic and fractographic examinations; chemical analysis of corrosion products and bulk materials; corrosion testing for quality control; mechanical testing for quality control; and analysis of results and report writing.
Techniques for Diagnosis of Corrosion Failures, Corrosion: Understanding the Basics, Edited By J.R. Davis, ASM International, 2000, p 475–495, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.cub.t66910475
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