
Progressive loss of original material from a solid surface due to continuing exposure to cavitation.
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Progressive loss of original material from a solid surface due to continuing exposure to cavitation
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a material-damaging process which occurs as a result of vaporous cavitation. 'Cavitation' refers to the occurrence or formation of gas- or vapor- filled pockets in flowing liquids due to the hydrodynamic generation of low pressure (below atmospheric pressure). This damage results from the hammering action when cavitation bubbles implode in the flow...
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cavitation erosion The surface erosion of a material caused by the formation and scallops of cavities when the material is immersed in a liquid environment; for example, the erosion of an operating bronze ship propeller. Related 'cave, cavern' word sources: speleo-; spelunc-, spelunk-; stalac-, sta...
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A form of erosion causing material to be removed by the action of vapour bubbles in a very turbulent liquid.
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