Titanium is a transition metal often used in the aerospace, medical, and military industries. It is as strong as steel, but 40% lighter.
Titanium is ductile and has a high melting point, making it ideal for extreme heat applications.
Property of Titanium
- Exceptionally high strength-to-weight ratio
- Corrosion resistant
- Ductile
- High melting point
- Non-magnetic
- Low thermal conductivity
- Low electrical conductivity
Applications
- Aircraft/ spacecraft frames and engines
- Hydraulic systems
- Ocean-deployed devices and submarines
- Gears
- Compressor blades
- Sporting equipment