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High Temperature Oxidation Of Nb-Cr-Mo-Si-B Alloys, Kathryn S. Thomas
High Temperature Oxidation Of Nb-Cr-Mo-Si-B Alloys, Kathryn S. Thomas
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It has been the trend to use nickel based superalloys in high temperature applications, however higher temperatures are required in the effort to enhance the efficiency of such components as jet turbine engines. The melting temperature of the nickel based superalloy limits the extent to which temperature can be raised as these materials are typically used at temperatures within 200 degrees of their melting point. Refractory metal based systems are attractive due to their high melting points, low densities, and good high temperature strength. However, in such cases as niobium, poor oxidation resistance limits the widespread use of such alloys. …