KOLEJ WIT

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

QUESTION ANSWERS MARKS

Q6(a) The main difference between heat-treatable and non-heat treatable alloys are 2 Marks
that heat-treatable alloys may be strengthened by a heat treatment wherein a
precipitate phase is formed (precipitation hardening) or a martensitic
transformation occurs. Non-heat treatable alloys are not amenable to
strengthening by such treatments.

Q6(b) TITANIUM ALLOYS 4 Marks

Distinctive features: Relatively low density, high melting temperature, and high
strengths are possible.
Limitation: Because of chemical reactivity with other materials at elevated
temperatures, these alloys

REFRACTORY METALS 4 Marks

Distinctive features: Extremely high melting temperature; large elastic moduli,
hardness and strengths.
Limitation: Some experience rapid oxidation at elevated temperatures
Applications: Extrusion dies, structural parts in space vehicles, incandescent light
filaments, x-ray tubes, and welding electrodes

SUPERALLOYS 4 Marks
Distinctive features: Able to withstand high temperatures and oxidizing
atmosphere for long time period.
Applications: Aircraft turbines, nuclear reactors, and petrochemical equipment

NOBLE METALS 4 Marks

Distinctive features: Highly resistant to oxidation, especially at elevated
temperature; soft and ductile
Limitation: expensive
Application: Jewelry, dental restoration materials, coins, catalyst, and
thermocouples

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