About this Research Topic
The aeronautic industry demands improvements in structural and functional material components based on scientific research carried out on new materials and corrosion protection methods. The intrinsic strength of alloys is not sufficient to protect structural components exposed to aggressive environments. Such improvements can be achieved by optimization of alloy design and metallurgical processes and by appropriate corrosion control strategies, such as novel pretreatments and coating designs for low- and high-temperature applications or chromate-free coatings, which will help to extend the life of service of metallic components.
The protection of engineering alloys against harsh corrosive environments in the aeronautic industry requires, at first instance, a good understanding of the corrosion mechanism occurring. Over the years, many research groups throughout the world have been working on advancements related to a better understanding of corrosion electrochemistry and mechanisms, as well as the development and testing of novel alloys and corrosion protection systems to combat metallic surface deterioration. For instance, research on green corrosion inhibitors and passivation processes, organic-inorganic hybrid coatings, metallic reinforced composite coatings, electrodeposition, and electroless processes are in progress. Furthermore, recent advances in electrochemical techniques and novel characterization techniques are also welcomed.
This Research Topic, “Corrosion and Protection Methods of Aeronautical Alloys for Aeronautic Applications”, is focused on current trends in corrosion science, engineering, and technology and aims to cover recent research studies related to the performance of metals and alloys used in the aeronautical industry, addressing corrosion mechanisms, electrochemical techniques, protection methods, corrosion and failure analysis case studies, and simulation and modeling. Articles related to the broad spectrum of materials behavior used in aeronautics and corrosion protection methods are welcome. We invite researchers to submit theoretical and experimental original research articles as well as mini and full reviews related to (but not limited to) the following research topics.
• Light alloys (Al, Ti, Mg)
• Stainless steel
• Superalloys
• Electrochemical techniques
• Corrosion mechanisms
• Corrosion protection methods
• Environmentally assisted cracking
• High-temperature corrosion
• Corrosion failure analysis
• Modeling and simulation
Keywords: Electrochemical Techniques, Corrosion, Metallic alloys, Coatings, Corrosion Mechanisms
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