valvmetal
Valvmetal is an engineered alloy family proposed for valve components in high-demand environments, including internal combustion engines and industrial fluid control. The concept aims to combine high creep resistance, surface hardness, and oxidation stability with manufacturability suitable for complex valve geometries.
Composition and properties: Valvmetal is typically described as a nickel- or iron-based matrix alloy enriched with
Production and processing: Production routes include vacuum induction melting or arc melting, followed by solution treatment,
Applications and performance: In concept studies, valvmetal would be used for intake and exhaust valves, valve
History and status: The term valvmetal appears in some metallurgical theses and conference papers as a proposed