Hydrogen embrittlement (HE) remains a critical challenge in materials engineering, particularly for industries reliant on high-performance metals, such as energy and transportation. As hydrogen atoms diffuse into metals, they weaken the material’s structural integrity, leading to reduced load-bearing capacity and increased brittleness. A deeper understanding of hydrogen’s interactions with metal lattice structures, defects, and stress states is essential to developing alloys that can withstand these effects.
In a fascinating new webinar, Prof. Dr. Livia Cupertino Malheiros from the prestigious Imperial College London presents her latest research on advanced fracture testing methodologies designed to analyse hydrogen-assisted fracture in steels and nickel. Her work provides fresh insights into the threshold conditions for HE-related failure and how different hydrogen-containing environments influence fracture mechanisms.
I absolutely love her deep combined scientific and engineering approach to the HE problem! A must watch webinar from my beloved England! Glück auf!
About the person: Prof. Dr. Malheiros, a Lecturer in Mechanics of Materials and an MSCA Energy for Future Fellow, is at the forefront of developing materials solutions for the energy transition, tackling challenges from hydrogen infrastructure to sustainable alloy manufacturing. This webinar is a must-watch for anyone working in materials science, mechanical engineering, or hydrogen technology. Understanding and mitigating hydrogen embrittlement is key to designing the next generation of durable, high-performance alloys. Watch the full talk here: Investigating Hydrogen Embrittlement to Develop Better Performing Alloys.
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