Glossary
A glossary of terms relating to alloys, their properties, and the processes used in metallurgy.

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Term Definition
ImpactA part formed in a press from a metal slug in a die, usually cold, by rapid application of force through a punch, causing the metal to flow around the punch and/or through an opening in the die.
 
InclusionForeign material in the metal or impressed into the surface.
 
Intergranular CorrosionCorrosion occuring preferentially at grain boundaries.
 
InterleavingThe insertion of paper between layers of metal to protect from damage or to facilitate shearing and prevent sticking of sheets of foil.
 


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