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Mechanical Properties of P91 Steel (X10CrMoVNb9-1) during Simulated Operation in a Hydrogen-Containing Environment

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: P91 steel (X10CrMoVNb9-1) is widely used in the energy industry. It is characterized by good mechanical properties, creep resistance, corrosion resistance, impact toughness, and resistance to thermal fatigue. Due to their operating conditions and martensitic structure, components made from P91 steel are often subject to damage related to the presence of hydrogen. This article compares the results of the mechanical properties evaluation for P91 steel in an aggressive solution charged under load and without load. Based on the research, it was found that the hydrogen environment significantly affects the mechanical properties of P91 steel, reducing strength and yield strength, and decreasing ductility. It was revealed that in samples tested after 72 h without preloading, the tensile strength decreased by 1.5%, and the elongation decreased by about 29% for the sample, compared to the delivered condition sample. Under loaded conditions, the difference in tensile strength increased by approximately 8%, while elongation increased by nearly 50.

Source: Materials

DOI: 10.3390/ma17174398

Authors: Grzegorz Junak, Janusz Adamiec, Katarzyna Łyczkowska

Institution: Silesian University of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Hydrogen embrittlement and corrosion behaviors in metals

Subfield: Metals and Alloys

Field: Materials Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,955

Funder: Silesian University of Technology