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Structural Engineering
Aluminum Uses, Properties, and Forms
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Aluminum is a widely used metal with a strong strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and easy fabrication. It is also non-magnetic and has high thermal and electrical conductivity. These properties help explain why aluminum appears in so many products and structures.
Aluminum is found in...
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Compared to most metals, aluminum has superior strength to weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and ease of fabrication. As a result, aluminum is one of the most widely used metals and is employed in products ranging from soda cans to aerospace components.
The strength of pure aluminum is very low, but its mechanical properties can improve...
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