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following tests
A)DYE PENETRATION AND RADIOGRAPHY TEST TO CHECK THE
SOUNDNESS OF THE BRAZING JOINT.
B)MICROSTRUCTURAL CHARACTERIZATION BY OPTICAL
MICROSCOPY.
C)VICKER’S MICROHARDNESS TEST TO DETERMINE THE VARIATION
IN HARDNESS IN THE TRANSVERSE
DIRECTION TO THE WELD BEAD.
D)SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY WITH EDS TO DETECT
COMPOSITION.
E)TENSILE TEST.
F)THREE POINT BEND TEST.
G)IMPACT TEST
H)IMMERSION CORROSION TEST.
I)CORROSION TEST USING ELECTROCHEMICAL WORKSTATION.
A)Dye penetration and radiography test
to check the soundness of the brazing joint.
Limitations:
Limited to surface defects.
Requires proper cleaning and preparation.
Not suitable for detecting internal defects.
Radiography test
Advantages:
Provides detailed images of internal defects.
Non-destructive testing method.
Suitable for complex geometries.
Limitations:
Requires specialized equipment and trained personnel.
Exposure to radiation necessitates safety precautions.
Costlier compared to some other testing methods.
B)Microstructural characterization
by Optical microscopy.
Introduction to Optical Microscopy: Optical
microscopy is a powerful technique used to study the microstructure of materials at a
scale ranging from micrometers to nanometers.
Principle: Optical microscopes utilize visible light and lenses to magnify and
resolve details of a specimen's microstructure.
Imaging: The prepared sample is placed on the microscope stage, and light is
directed through the specimen. The objective lens magnifies and focuses the image onto
the eyepiece or camera.
Working principle:
SEM uses electron beam scanning to produce high-
resolution images.
When the electron beam interacts with the sample, it
generates characteristic X-rays.
EDS detects and measures these X-rays to determine the
elemental composition of the sample.
Mapping and quantitative analysis are possible with SEM-
EDS, providing valuable insights
Versatility and Importance of
SEM-EDS
Versatility: SEM-EDS is applicable across diverse scientific
disciplines and industries.
Material Analysis: Enables detailed examination of elemental
composition, morphology, and microstructure.
Research: Facilitates groundbreaking discoveries in fields like
materials science, biology, and environmental science.
Industry: Essential for quality control, failure analysis, and product
development in manufacturing sectors.
Innovation: Supports innovation by providing insights into material
properties and behavior at the microscale.
Problem-solving: Helps troubleshoot issues, identify
contaminants, and optimize processes
Applications:
Objective:
To assess the mechanical properties of materials, including yield strength, ultimate tensile
strength, elongation, and modulus of elasticity.
Testing Procedure:
A standardized specimen is subjected to a gradually increasing tensile load until failure occurs.
Load and extension measurements are recorded throughout the test.
Equipment:
Tensile testing machine equipped with grips to hold the specimen.
Extensometer for accurate measurement of elongation.
Standards:
ASTM E8/E8M and ISO 6892 are commonly referenced standards for tensile testing.
Tensile Test Results and
Interpretation
Parameters Measured:
Yield Strength: Stress at which material begins to deform plastically.
Ultimate Tensile Strength: Maximum stress material can withstand before failure.
Elongation: Percentage increase in gauge length at failure.
Modulus of Elasticity: Measure of material's stiffness.
Typical Stress-Strain Curve:
Initial linear region represents elastic deformation.
Yield point indicates transition to plastic deformation.
Ultimate tensile strength is the peak stress before fracture.
Significance:
Helps in material selection for engineering applications.
Provides insights into material behavior under load.
Applications:
Aerospace, automotive, construction, and manufacturing industries utilize tensile testing for quality control and material
characterization.
F)Three point bend test.
Procedure:
Prepare the specimen according to ASTM or ISO standards.
Place the specimen on two supports.
Apply a load at the center of the specimen using a loading nose or roller.
Record the applied load and the resulting displacement until failure occurs.
Calculate flexural strength and modulus of elasticity based on the recorded
data.
Results:
Flexural Strength: Measure of the maximum stress a material can
withstand before it breaks under bending.
Modulus of Elasticity: Measure of a material's stiffness and ability to
deform under stress.
Analysis and conclusion
Purpose:
Assess the susceptibility of materials to corrosion in various environments.
Determine the effectiveness of corrosion protection methods or coatings.
Procedure:
Prepare the test samples by cleaning and pre-treating them as per standard procedures.
Applications:
Quality control in manufacturing industries (e.g., automotive,
aerospace).
Material selection for infrastructure projects.
Research and development of corrosion-resistant materials and
coatings.
I)Corrosion test using electrochemica
workstation.
Advantages:
Precise control over experimental conditions.
Real-time monitoring of corrosion processes.
High sensitivity and accuracy.
Applications: Widely used in industries such as
automotive, aerospace, marine, and oil & gas for material
selection, quality control, and research purposes.