Handbook of Case Histories in Failure Analysis

Examines more than 100 cases of failure and the process by which they were analyzed, diagnosed, and resolved.Provides expert analysis and insight on a variety of materials, failure modes, root causes, and analytical techniques.Includes sections dedicated to specific components, industries, and other factors, as follows:Transportation and Motive Power Systems – Air and Spacecraft, Automobiles and Trucks, Construction and Farming Equipment, Rail and Rolling Stock, WatercraftBuildings and Bridges – Bridges and Suspensions, Buildings and Building Systems, Building and Construction Materials, Towers and Architectural StructuresPetrochemical/Chemical Processing – Pipe and Piping, Pressure Vessels and Boilers, Pulp and Paper Processing, Storage Tanks, TurbomachineryMining and Manufacturing – Material Handling and Conveying, Thermal Processing Equipment, Oil and Gas, Offshore and MarineMechanical Components – Bearing Failures, Fastener Failures, Gear Failures, Shaft FailuresFailure Modes – Corrosion, Distortion/Deformation, Fracture, WearProcessing Related Failures – Casting Defects, Metalworking Defects, Heat Treating Defects, Welding Defects