The role and construction of steam condensers are reviewed and the factors affecting materials selection are outlined. Comparisons are made between the behaviour of copper-base alloys and commercially pure titanium tubing under test and in service. The implications of a change in tube material on condenser design are reviewed. The potential for using the Ti–6Al–4V alloy for last stage low-pressure turbine blading is also reviewed.
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