In this episode I discuss the hydrogen embrittlement mechanism and the engineering steps needed to prevent hydrogen embrittlement of steel fasteners.

See our blog post on hydrogen embrittlement to learn more https://www.imetllc.com/steel-hydrogen-embrittlement/

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Michael Pfeifer, Ph.D., PE is a metallurgist and metals engineer. He works with design and manufacturing clients to help with

• Component materials selection
• Manufacturing process development
• Supplier evaluation
• Failure analysis and root cause analysis

He received a B.S. and M.S. in Metallurgical Engineering from University of Illinois and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering  from  Northwestern University. He is a Professional Engineer, licensed in Illinois.
He's wrote a book - Materials Enabled  Designs. It teaches how to select materials that optimize product  performance, reliability, and  cost.

For more information about Michael go to https://www.imetllc.com/about/

Industrial Metallurgists offer metallurgy and metals engineering consulting and training. The training is geared to design, manufacturing, and quality engineers. More information about Industrial Metallurgists' services and training is at https://www.imetllc.com/