This SpringerBrief discusses the determination and classification of the ambient temperature
corrosion and stress corrosion properties of aerospace structural alloys with emphasis on (1)
aluminium alloys modern (3rd generation) aluminium¿lithium alloys stainless steels and
titanium alloys and (2) some of the issues involved. Standard reference data on environmental
properties including corrosion and stress corrosion are mandatory for the qualification and
certification of materials for aerospace vehicles and also for the design of actual structures
and components. Recommendations for further testing and evaluation are given at appropriate
points in the text. The book concludes with a summary of the main topics.
