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hydrogen embrittlement |
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hydrogen embrittlement [ɪmˈbrɪtəlmənt] n (Engineering / General Engineering) Engineering the weakening of metal by the sorption of hydrogen during a pickling process, such as that used in plating How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Hydrogen Embrittlement - This type of embrittlement is caused by the absorption of hydrogen during melting, welding, heat treatment or in service. Silting, corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement take their toll and the damage is irrevocable. Known as hydrogen embrittlement, this process can lead to sudden catastrophic failure of a metal. |
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