New insights into microstructural evolution and hot salt stress corrosion mechanisms of a Ti-45Al-5Nb alloy

Key Points

• Hot salt stress corrosion significantly affects the durability of the Ti-45Al-5Nb alloy under extreme conditions.
• The study documents microstructural evolution linked to corrosion performance in the alloy, revealing key insights into its behavior.
• Analysis of corrosion mechanisms utilizes advanced imaging techniques to assess microstructural changes over time under hot salt conditions.
• Findings may enhance the understanding of corrosion resistance in titanium alloys, highlighting critical avenues for future research.