Recovery of fatigue and manufacturing damages by electropulsing treatment

Abstract

Metals are vital to human society and have widespread uses across a broad spectrum of industries including but not limited to packaging, transport and construction applications. They are mainly used in load-bearing structural components. Nonetheless, they possess finite operational lifetime attributable to the dynamic interplay of environmental and mechanical stimuli, culminating in the generation of structural imperfections, deterioration, and the ultimate mechanical failure. It is estimated that metal fatigue is responsible for more than 80% of mechanical failure due to the existence of flaws such as cracks. Consequently, there is an imperative to pioneer advanced materials technology with the express aim of extending the operational lifetime of metallic components. This endeavour not only serves to increase material resource efficiency but also serves as a bulwark against environmental damage. ...