Springer - Solid Particle Erosion: Occurrence, Prediction and Control

Solid Particle Erosion: Occurrence, Prediction and Control offers a comprehensive look at the mechanics of erosion caused by solid particles. This work brings together findings from over 130 industrially-supported research projects conducted over a 50-year period at the Tallinn Technical University in Estonia. Much of this specialized research was previously unpublished in English, making this a rare resource for professionals and researchers in the field. The book provides a systematic review of how solid particles cause erosion and introduces a new energetic theory regarding erosion by plastic contact. By utilizing theories of plastic contact and brittle behavior models for composite structures, this text provides deep insights into the prediction and control of erosion processes. It serves as an essential reference for those studying inorganic chemistry and material science, offering decades of accumulated knowledge to help understand and manage particle-induced wear.