| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2011 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Aluminum Alloys: Fabrication, Characterization and Applications
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| Presentation Title |
Aluminium-Titanium Alloys for Thermal Spraying |
| Author(s) |
Christopher J Wheatley |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Christopher J Wheatley |
| Abstract Scope |
Arc-spraying using pure aluminium wire (TSA) has been accepted for many years in the oil industry for barrier protection of steel structures in aggressive marine environments. Aluminium-titanium alloys provide an even better physical barrier which exhibits extremely good resistance to erosion and this is achieved with no detrimental affect on corrosion properties. The combination of wear resistance and the macroscopic surface roughness from thermal spraying provides a surface of extremely low slip potential which can remain 'non-slip' for over 20 years at 1000 footfalls per day. Data of slip testing for pedestrians and vehicles is presented and this is supported by case studies in real life situations. Data from corrosion testing in laboratory conditions demonstrates that in some cases the aluminium-titanium alloys sprayed onto steel structures can give improved protection against corrosion in very severe conditions. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: A print-only volume |