Titanium:Advantages:High strength-to-weight ratio: Titanium alloys offer a better strength-to-weight ratio than aluminum and magnesium.Superior Corrosion Resistance: Titanium exhibits very good corrosion resistance in an aggressive environment.High temperature resistance: Titanium still can keep the strength at high temperature, so it can be applied for components in engines.Limitations:Cost: Compared to both aluminum and magnesium, cost of titanium is very high, which limits the scope of usage in cost-sensitive applications.Complexity of Manufacture: Titanium alloys are more difficult to process and make than aluminum and magnesium, which increases the costs of manufacturing.

Metal alloys are generally harder and stronger than the individual elements they are made from. This is because the atoms of each element are of a different size and therefore:Lead to an decrease in boiling pointLead to an increase in boiling pointIncrease the size of the latticeDisrupt the regular layers of ions, making them less malleable2Which alloy is formed from copper and tin?BronzeSteelBrassWhite gold3What is the key property of aluminium alloys?Low densityResistance to corrosionBrittlenessStrength4Which of the following statements about steels is not true? High carbon steel is very strong, but brittleSteels are alloys of iron with carbon and/or other elements such as nickel or chromiumStainless steels are hard and strong, but can rust easilyLow carbon steel is softer and less brittle than high carbon steel

Scenario: You are a materials engineer working for a leading automotive manufacturing company specializing in the production of lightweight vehicles. The company aims to develop a new alloy that offers superior strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance for use in automotive components such as chassis, body panels, and engine parts. Your task is to lead a design project to develop and optimize a non-ferrous alloy that meets the company's requirements and industry standards. Project Objectives: Material Selection and Composition (20 marks): Research and analyze the properties of non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, titanium, and their alloys. Propose a suitable composition for the new alloy based on desired mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and manufacturability. Extraction and Refining Techniques (20 marks): Evaluate the extraction and refining techniques for key metals involved in the alloy composition, including aluminum, magnesium, and titanium. Select appropriate extraction methods considering factors such as energy efficiency, environmental impact, and material purity. Alloy Design and Optimization (25 marks): Utilize computational modeling and experimental techniques to design and optimize the alloy composition for enhanced mechanical and structural properties. Investigate the effects of alloying elements, heat treatment, and processing parameters on the performance of the final alloy. Manufacturability and Process Optimization (25 marks): Develop manufacturing processes suitable for producing the new alloy in large-scale automotive applications. Optimize processing parameters to achieve cost-effective production while maintaining product quality and consistency. Performance Testing and Validation (10 marks): Conduct comprehensive mechanical, thermal, and corrosion testing to assess the performance of the newly developed alloy. Compare the performance of the new alloy with existing materials used in automotive applications and validate its suitability for real-world use.

steels have excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance.Group of answer choices

which technique will most suitable for aluminum, titanium, ferrous metals, copper, superalloys(1 Point)GMAWSMAWLBWNone of the above

Explain why alloys are harder than pure metals.[3 marks]