Copyright © 2008-2009 Badger Metal Tech, Inc – Rev 03-2009
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First Slide
ØFatigue by Fluid entrained low pressure void bubbles that collapse at low pressure locations
ØTiny bubbles imploding on surface of the member on which or over which the fluid is flowing
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ØResulting in high cycle fatigue failure
Image source:
Dr. Joe Evans Ph.D
www.pumped101.com
www.caltech.edu
Cavitation explained