State Analysis of Fine Precipitates in Metallic Materials

Abstract

Modern techniques of analytical and structural investigation have been providing an increasing amount of detailed information about precipitation, distribution and state of the microalloying element in metallic materials and contribution to the understanding of their various roles and effect. This paper reviews the contribution of chemical and instrumental analysis to the characterization of metallic materials. This methods include advanced techniques of precipitates analysis, local probe analysis, structural analysis, and direct or in situ observation.