stress corrosion cracking (SCC)

A form of corrosionThe deterioration or degradation of a pipeline caused by chemical or electrochemical reactions with its environment. Corrosion is a significant concern as it ca…-induced cracking that occurs when a susceptible material is exposed to a corrosive environmentSurroundings or conditions (physical, chemical, mechanical) in which a material exists. The environment plays a significant role in pipeline design, constructio… and subjected to tensile stresses. SCCA form of corrosion-induced cracking that occurs when a susceptible material is exposed to a corrosive environment and subjected to tensile stresses. SCC can le… can lead to unexpected and catastrophic failures in pipelines.