Issue 2 (2011)
Issue Highlights:
Expanded silicate in welding technology
High temperature proven during formation, the processed expanded silicate “Rotocell“ plays a critical role during the submerged arc welding process with its important contribution to quality and efficiency. For deca...
An overview of some of the materials issues behind AGR nuclear reactor life extensions and PWR (Pressured Water Reactor) new build
A recent lecture was given by Chris Hamm of British Energy (now existing nuclear part of EDF Energy, London/UK), at Rolls Royce in Derby/UK. Chris started his lecture with an icebreaker or, to be more precise, a pic...
Strength of block joints welded with large gaps
The welding of block joints in shipbuilding often requires much effort because fabrication without margins sometimes leads to large gaps between blocks. The high stresses occurring due to constraints may be unfavourab...
