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Analysis of Painted Aluminum Hood and Associated Corrosion at Hem (2017)

This report examines a painted aluminum hood sample taken from a vehicle, taking into consideration key characteristics of aluminum closure alloys, automotive paint systems, as well as types of corrosion and their cause.

Research Highlights

  • A paper from the Aluminum Association examined a painted aluminum hood sample taken from a vehicle, types of corrosion and their causes. This report provides preventative measures for corrosion through durability tests. 

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