Metals and Materials Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of alloying used to affect bulk material properties?

To control the grains dimension of the metal

To affect overall stiffness, tensile strength, toughness, and other attributes (correct)

To alter the chemical composition of the surface of a metal

To improve corrosion resistance

What type of alloying is used to improve surface-related properties like corrosion resistance and hardness?

Surface alloying (correct)

Bulk material alloying

Thermal treatments

Work hardening through cold plastic deformation

What is an example of a thermal treatment?

Hot dip galvanizing (correct)

Work hardening through cold plastic deformation

Addition of alloy elements

Control of the grains dimension

What is the result of cold plastic deformation on a metal?

It increases the metal's hardness Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of controlling the grains dimension of a metal?

To increase the metal's tensile strength Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between copper and copper alloys?

Copper alloys have improved surface-related properties Signup and view all the answers

What is not a characteristic that can be affected by alloying?

Electrical conductivity Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the alteration of the chemical composition of the surface of a metal?

Plating Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using stainless steel in long-life buildings and civil works?

To prioritize durability above other criteria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a use of stainless steel in civil engineering?

Concrete foundations Signup and view all the answers

Why is AISI 316 stainless steel used in marine or industrial highly aggressive atmosphere?

Due to its high corrosion resistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate cost difference between stainless steel and steel for general use?

7-8 times more expensive Signup and view all the answers

What is critical in restoration projects involving stainless steel?

Thermal dilation coefficient Signup and view all the answers

Why is the upfront premium paid for stainless steel in long-life buildings and civil works justified?

Because the longer life will return a net benefit to society Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of fire-resistant cast steel alloys?

They retain a little over two-thirds of their service strength at higher temperatures Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration in the use of stainless steel in urban design?

Finishing and restoration Signup and view all the answers

Why is stainless steel used in façades and windows?

Because it has high corrosion resistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using stainless steel in long-life buildings and civil works?

Durability above other criteria Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of metallic bonds?

The sharing of valence electrons among several contiguous atoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of metals that makes them suitable for building materials?

Their strength and durability Signup and view all the answers

What type of elements are typically found in metallic compounds?

Metallic elements Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the delocalization of electrons in metallic bonds?

The creation of a strong bond Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using metallic materials in building construction?

Their high strength and durability Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of metallic bonds that allows them to be strong and durable?

The sharing of valence electrons among several contiguous atoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why metals are used in building materials?

Their strength and durability Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the formation of metallic bonds?

The formation of a strong bond Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the metal foam interlayer?

High strength to weight ratio Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of the cellular structure of aluminum foam?

Aluminum matrix Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the rotor in the production of aluminum foam?

To mix the aluminum melt with gas Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using aluminum foam in internal wall applications?

High strength to weight ratio and rigidity Signup and view all the answers

What is the format availability of aluminum foam?

Sheets and tubes Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the conveyor belt in the production of aluminum foam?

To transport the foam sheet Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the propeller in the production of aluminum foam?

To mix the aluminum melt with gas Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the aluminum foam that makes it suitable for esthetical applications?

Unique cellular structure and customizability Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the gas input in the production of aluminum foam?

To create a cellular structure with gas-filled pores Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using plaster in combination with aluminum foam?

High strength to weight ratio and rigidity Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of titanium that makes it suitable for high-performance applications?

Low thermal expansion coefficient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following metals is known for its exceptionally corrosion-resistant properties?

Titanium Signup and view all the answers

What is a common application of titanium in building construction?

Cladding Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is nowadays forbidden due to environmental concerns?

Lead Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of titanium that allows it to be used in aerospace applications?

Lightweight (low density) Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural feature is associated with Renzo Piano?

Auditorio Roma Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of titanium that makes it suitable for electrochemical coloring?

Non-magnetic properties Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is commonly used in the automotive industry?

Ultralight Metals Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of copper that raises environmental concerns?

Copper release Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is a component of bronze?

Tin Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Metals

Metals are inorganic compounds made of metallic elements (e.g., Fe, Cu, Al).
Metallic bonds involve the sharing of valence electrons among several contiguous atoms.
Alloying is used to affect bulk material properties, such as stiffness, tensile strength, and toughness.

Copper and Copper Alloys

Copper has high corrosion resistance, making it useful for urban design, finishing, and restoration.
Copper is 7-8 times more expensive than steel for general use.
AISI 316 is a type of stainless steel suitable for use in marine or highly aggressive atmospheres.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel has a strong bond, with sharing of valence electrons among several contiguous atoms.
Thermal treatments, such as work hardening through cold plastic deformation, can alter the chemical composition of the surface.
Addition of alloy elements can affect bulk material properties.

Restoration

Thermal dilation coefficient is critical in restoration.
San Francesco is an example of a restoration project.

Stainless Steel for Long-Life Buildings and Civil Structures

Long-life buildings and civil works value durability above other criteria.
Fire-resistant cast steel alloys retain a greater proportion of their service strength at higher temperatures.
Copper release can be an environmental issue in long-life buildings.

Titanium

Titanium is exceptionally corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and has high mechanical resistance and toughness.
It has a low thermal expansion coefficient and can be electrochemically colored.
Titanium is used in aerospace and high-performance applications, as well as in building cladding.

Other Non-Ferrous Metals

Tin is a component of bronze and has become highly useful.
Emergent metals are being developed at a rapid rate, with applications in the automotive industry.
Ultralight metals, such as aluminum foam, are used for their high strength-to-weight ratio.

Aluminum Foam

Aluminum foam is a cellular structure made up of aluminum containing a large volume fraction of gas-filled pores.
It is used for its esthetic properties, format availability, and high strength-to-weight ratio.

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Test your knowledge of metals and materials with this quiz, covering their properties and uses.