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Mechanism of Degradation of Titanium Alloy IMI 834 and Its Protection Under Hot Corrosion Conditions

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The excellent combination of high-temperature strength and lightweight properties makes titanium-base alloys attractive for high-temperature applications in aircraft engines. However, more hot corrosion of titanium alloys is a life-limiting factor, particularly when aircraft fly at low altitudes across the sea. In the present paper, an attempt has been made to understand the degradation mechanism of titanium alloy, IMI 834 under hot corrosion conditions at elevated temperatures. The hot corrosion studies were carried out by determining weight loss at different temperatures and in salts of pure Na2SO4, 90% Na2SO4+10% NaCl and 90% Na2SO4+5% NaCl+5% V2O5. Subsequently, the rate constants were evaluated. The depth of attack due to hot corrosion was compared with oxidation data. Finally, the degradation mechanism of the titanium alloy that leads to degradation of mechanical properties in aggressive environments has been discussed and suitable coatings suggested to enhance the operational life of engines by effectively preventing both oxidation and hot corrosion.

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Gurrappa, I. Mechanism of Degradation of Titanium Alloy IMI 834 and Its Protection Under Hot Corrosion Conditions. Oxidation of Metals 59, 321–322 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1023044111767

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