Corrosion of stainless steel in nitric acid environments is a significant concern, particularly in nuclear facilities where stainless steel is commonly used for its durability and resistance to ...
METALS and alloys which are resistant to corrosion usually depend for their resistance on the formation and maintenance of thin films (commonly between 5 and 200 Å thick) of passivating oxide.
Unintentional Discovery Modern stainless steel was created in 1912 by English metallurgist Harry Brearley. He was researching steel alloys to stop corrosion in gun barrels. Brearley made an alloy ...
Stainless steel can play a key role in this transformation. “Innovation, cost efficiency and commitment to sustainability are the keys to remaining competitive,” says Max Menz ...
The backbone of iconic skyscrapers and essential for everyday objects, steel is one of the most versatile materials and, thanks to technological advances, is becoming more sustainable The art deco-era ...