Abstract
Existing theories of erosion of ductile metals based on cutting and deformation mechanisms predict no material removal at normal incidence which is contradictory to experience. Thus, other mechanisms may be involved. The possible role of adhesive material transfer during erosion is investigated by both single-particle impingement experiments and erosion by streams of particles.
Examination of the rebounding particles as well as the eroded surfaces yields evidence of a significant adhesive mechanism for the ductile metals investigated.
Presented at the 35th Annual Meeting in Anaheim, California, May 5–8, 1980
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Presented at the 35th Annual Meeting in Anaheim, California, May 5–8, 1980