Solid Metal Embrittlement Induced Bolt Fracture

Solid Metal Embrittlement Induced Bolt Fracture

Viton B elastomer, explosive decompression

Fracture face of a cadmium plated B7 bolt that failed due to solid metal induced embrittlement resulting from to exposure to elevated temperatures.

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