Superalloy facts for kids
A superalloy, or high-performance alloy, is a metal alloy that has several key characteristics. These include excellent resistance to high temperatures and corrosion or oxidation. The term was first used after World War II. They were developed for use in jet engines and gas turbines. About 75% of superalloys are used in aerospace engineering.
Images for kids
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Crystal structure for γ" (Ni3Nb) (Body Centered Tetragonal)
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Processing methods used to generate various portions of a jet turbine engine.
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Schematic of directional solidification.
See also
In Spanish: Superaleación para niños
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