Fig. 15: SEM images of artificially aged specimens of AA2024 in PA condition (AA2024-T3+8h@190°C).

Specimens’ fractured surfaces for a 0.5 h, b 4 h and c 24 h of exposure to EXCO solution after the tension test were examined through SEM microscope.

Specimens’ fractured surfaces for a 0.5 h, b 4 h and c 24 h of exposure to EXCO solution after the tension test were examined through SEM microscope.