1-20 of 429 Search Results for

fitness-for-service

Follow your search
Access your saved searches in your account

Would you like to receive an alert when new items match your search?
Close Modal
Sort by
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 July 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.wip.t65930163
EISBN: 978-1-62708-359-1
... into the categories of fracture, fatigue, environmental cracking, and high-temperature creep. This article discusses each of these categories, as well as the benefits of a fitness-for-service approach. brittle fracture buckling corrosion ductile fracture environmental cracking fatigue fitness-for-service...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 October 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.faesmch.t51270146
EISBN: 978-1-62708-301-0
... Abstract During a major servicing of an aircraft, cracks were found in the bottom wing root fitting. Based on dye penetrant inspection and the results of SEM fractography and chemical analysis, investigators concluded that the cracks were due to stress corrosion. They also recommended...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 September 2008
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.fahtsc.t51130001
EISBN: 978-1-62708-284-6
... Abstract A systematic procedure for minimizing risks involved in heat treated steel components requires a combination of metallurgical failure analysis and fitness for service with respect to safety and reliability based on risk analysis. This chapter begins with an overview of heat treat...
Image
Published: 01 November 2012
Fig. 4 Flow diagram showing the relationship between the design phase and the investigative tasks for in-service failure, structural aging, and fitness-for-service of structural components. Source: Ref 1 More
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 2015
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.cpi2.t55030360
EISBN: 978-1-62708-282-2
..., radiographs, measurements, and live monitoring data. To turn inspection data into meaningful knowledge regarding fitness for service requires further data in terms of design, operation, construction, process, chemistry, maintenance records, and so forth. The requirements for handling such quantities of data...
Book Chapter

Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 November 2013
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.uhcf3.t53630023
EISBN: 978-1-62708-270-9
... different types of pure loads. In actual service, combined stresses are usually present; therefore, modifications of these elastic stresses are necessary to fit individual cases. Also, component shapes need to be modified from the simple shapes shown. Obviously, if the elastic stress range is exceeded...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2022
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.isceg.t59320157
EISBN: 978-1-62708-332-4
... service applications. Fig. 8.1 Malleable iron applications, (a) pole line iron fitting; (b) malleable fitting. Source: Ref 1 . Courtesy of American Foundry Society (AFS) 8.2 Malleabilization Process Malleable iron is produced by first casting iron of suitable compositions to produce...
Book Chapter

Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2011
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.jub.t53290207
EISBN: 978-1-62708-306-5
... thread fit that balances fastener performance, manufacturing economy, and convenience. Nearly 90% of all commercial and industrial fasteners produced in North America have this class of thread fit. Classes 3A and 3B are suited for close-tolerance fasteners. These fasteners are intended for service...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 June 2016
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.hpcspa.t54460227
EISBN: 978-1-62708-285-3
... in the repair process are to precoat the surface, apply a primer, and then apply the top coat. A repaired panel is shown in Fig. 9.11 . This repair demonstrated the ability of HPCS to restore the panel to full form, fit, and function. The repaired panel has been in service since August 2012. The repair process...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 October 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.faesmch.t51270005
EISBN: 978-1-62708-301-0
... Abstract This chapter identifies the primary causes of service failures and discusses the types of defects from which they stem. It presents more than a dozen examples of failures attributed to such causes as design defects, material defects, and manufacturing or processing defects as well...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 2000
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.ttg2.t61120295
EISBN: 978-1-62708-269-3
...: 888-402-7876 Fax: 330-264-4316 Same day shipping of titanium sheet, plate, bar, pipe, fittings, fasteners. Full-service fabrications, machining, welding, and design also available Astrolite Alloys Div. of AstroCosmos Metallurgical, Inc. 1201 Vanguard Dr. Oxnard, CA 93033 Tel: 888-278-7644 Fax...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 July 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.wip.t65930113
EISBN: 978-1-62708-359-1
... is that the data from these tests can be used directly in fracture mechanics fitness-for-service procedures to assess the tolerance of the structure to the presence of defects and cracks. The parameters that affect the toughness of a material include: Material grade and chemistry Strength and hardness...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 October 2005
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.faesmch.t51270175
EISBN: 978-1-62708-301-0
... Abstract Several hydraulic pumps that failed in service on a particular type of aircraft were received for analysis. Hydraulic testing was not an option, so the pumps were disassembled and their plungers and cylinders were cleaned and examined. Based on their observations, investigators...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 July 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.wip.t65930197
EISBN: 978-1-62708-359-1
..., which will necessarily differ as the cause differs. The procedure may consist of using a better weld contour, a more favorable filler metal, a more appropriate heat input (a different cooling rate for the weld metal and the HAZ), a more accurate fit-up, a higher-quality base metal, or different service...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 November 2012
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.ffub.t53610001
EISBN: 978-1-62708-303-4
... of components is shown in Fig. 4 . Fig. 4 Flow diagram showing the relationship between the design phase and the investigative tasks for in-service failure, structural aging, and fitness-for-service of structural components. Source: Ref 1 One alternative for avoiding failures used in the past...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 July 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.wip.t65930057
EISBN: 978-1-62708-359-1
.... A discontinuity constituting a danger to the fitness-for-service of a weld is a defect. By definition, a defect is a condition that must be removed or corrected ( Ref 1 ). The word “defect” should therefore be carefully used, because it implies that a weld is defective and requires corrective measures...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 2018
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.aceg.t68410009
EISBN: 978-1-62708-280-8
..., such as: A geometry that assures component fitness for functionality A configuration that assures manufacturability and target quality with the least cost, and A product that can be brought to market in the least amount of time Fig. 2.1 Expertise and goals of product designers and casting engineers...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 1995
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.sch6.t68200007
EISBN: 978-1-62708-354-6
... industry where serious corrosion problems are encountered, often at high temperatures, are shown in Figure 2-91 . Fig. 2-91 Stainless CF-8 cast steel fittings of several sizes The U-bend for petrochemical service, Figure 2-92 , is a high nickel-chromium cast steel (HK) and is welded to high...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 1995
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.sch6.t68200298
EISBN: 978-1-62708-354-6
... discussed. formability cast heat-resistant steel alloys cast high alloy steel hot gas corrosion resistance mechanical properties Definitions and Alloy Classification Cast heat-resistant alloys are primarily used in applications where service temperatures exceed 1200 °F (650 °C) and may...
Series: ASM Technical Books
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 1999
DOI: 10.31399/asm.tb.caaa.t67870063
EISBN: 978-1-62708-299-0
... and industrial environments. Specimens were 13 mm (½ in.) plate. Another environmental condition that influences the occurrence of exfoliation to a marked degree is the use of deicing salts. For example, forged truck wheels made of an aluminum-copper alloy (2024-T4) give corrosion-free service for many...