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Magnesium Alloy Corrosion and Coatings: Galvanic Coupling and Micro-Galvanic Attack

Technical guide to magnesium alloy corrosion. Covers negative difference effect, galvanic corrosion with aluminium and steel, micro-galvanic attack at intermetallics, conversion coatings, and PEO surface treatment.

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Magnesium Alloys: Lightweight Structural and Die Casting Grades

Complete guide to magnesium alloys. Covers AZ, AM, and ZK series wrought grades, AZ91D die casting alloy, corrosion protection, flammability considerations, and automotive/aerospace applications.