Group 01 Ferrous Metal

Applications of FERROUS METALS

“Ferrous metals and alloys are used in countless applications as construction materials, building structures, concrete reinforcement, ship hulls, structure, engines, tanks, weapons, magnetic cores, wires, recreational vehicles, medical devices, appliances, toys, utensils, tools, and etc.” (Engineering360, 2016), (“Ferrous Metals: Application”).

Example of Exterior Applications:

(Brownstein, L./Getty Images)

“The four primary materials used for bridges have been wood, stone, iron, and concrete. Of these, iron has had the greatest effect on modern bridges. From iron, steel is made, and steel is used to make reinforced and prestressed concrete. Modern bridges are almost exclusively built with steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete.” (Billington, P. N.)

(Corbis)

“The use of steel frames enabled buildings to reach unprecedented heights in the late 19th and 20th centuries; the Eiffel Tower (1889) in Paris was the first structure to reveal the true vertical potential of steel construction.” (Encyclopædia Britannica, Editors)

Example of Interior Applications:

(Amalkhan), (Bruyere, 2016), (City of Beverly, 2016)

Ferrous Metals are mostly used in appliances like refrigerator, washing machine, oven, toaster, cooking pans, microwave, cooktop, ventilation, utensils, counter top, sinks, and etc.

(AnnsAtic.com, 2016), (Laurami), (Dezeen ,2014)

Ferrous Metals are also found in factory loft interior design such as cast iron for ceiling supports, chair legs, electric fan, beams, and etc. Classic craft iron cast spindles in black color with wrought iron could be applied in various ways like stair handrails design. Even rust itself could be a design; with rusty corrugated iron on the walls and salvaged lighting, thus your interior will look this amazing.

Our everyday personal encounter with ferrous metals:

 (Amar, 2016)

A photo taken from the Department of Architecture and Fine Arts, hallway ceiling, applying ferrous metals as vertical and horizontal beams and roof supports.

(Amar, 2016)

A photo taken from the Department of Architecture and Fine Arts, basement, and parking area. Showing different and artistic ways using metal frames for ventilation.

(Amar, 2016)

Ferrous metals applied in table legs and ramp rails.

(Amar, 2016)

The whole frame of vehicles are composed of ferrous metals coated with different kinds of paints. Even post sign stands are made of ferrous metals.

Reference List:

Billington, P. N. (2016). Materials. p.1. Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from

     https://www.britannica.com/technology/bridge-engineering#toc72027

Encyclopædia Britannica, Editors. (2016). Tower architecture. Retrieved from  https://www.britannica.com/technology/tower

Engineering360. (2016). IEEE Globalspec. Ferrous metals and iron alloys information: applications. Retrieved               from http://www.globalspec.com/learnmore/materials_chemicals_adhesives/metals_alloys/ferrous_metals_iron_alloys

Ferrous Metals: Application. Online PowerPoint. July 8, 2016.  Retrieved from

     http://www.me.utexas.edu/~me302/classnotes/MATERIAL/sld005.htm

Photos:        

Amalkhan. How to clean stainless steel appliances. Blog. July 8, 2016. Retrieved from 

     http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-Stainless-Steel-Appliances/

AnnsAtic.com. (2016). Decorations : classic craft iron cast spindles in black color with wrought iron stair

handrails design in modern home interior ideas. Retrieved from http://annsatic.com/classy-stair-balusters-for-classic-style-stairs-design/classic-craft-iron-cast-spindles-in-black-color-with-wrought-iron-stair-handrails-design-in-modern-home-interior-ideas/

AnnsAtic.com. (2016). Decorations : classic craft iron cast spindles in black color with wrought iron stair

handrails design in modern home interior ideas. Retrieved from http://annsatic.com/classy-stair-balusters-for-classic-style-stairs-design/classic-craft-iron-cast-spindles-in-black-color-with-wrought-iron-stair-handrails-design-in-modern-home-interior-ideas/

Brownstein, L. /Getty Images. New York City: Manhattan Bridge. Photo. Encyclopædia Britannica

Online. Web. 07 Jul. 2016. Retrieved from https://www.britannica.com/technology/bridge-engineering/images-videos/The-Manhattan-Bridge-spanning-the-East-River-between-Brooklyn-and/98004

Bruyere, Musette. (2016). The best kitchen appliances packages. Photos. Retrieved from

      http://ecigextra.com/the-best-kitchen-appliances-packages/

City of Beverly. (2016). Seasonal/scheduled collections – appliances/metal & TV’s/monitors. Retrieved

      from  http://www.beverlyma.gov/trash-recycling/seasonal-scheduled-collections/

Corbis. Eiffel Tower. Photo. Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Web. 07 Jul. 2016. Retrieved from

      https://www.britannica.com/technology/tower/images-videos/The-Eiffel-Tower-Paris/100506

Dezeen Magazine. (2014). London  restaurant by Brinkworth resembles a ramshackle farm building.

     Retrieved from http://www.dezeen.com/2014/05/06/barnyard-soho-restaurant-by-brinkworth/

Laurami. Loft, a New York-style. Paper Blog. July 8, 2016. Retrieved from http://es.paperblog.com/loft-un-estilo-muy-neoyorquino 

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Contribution:

Amar, Jrose (composed the blog, contributed pictures and references, commented: group 4Glass’s blog)

Calape, Rhea (commented: group 2Non-Ferrous’ blog)

Cantillas, Christine Mae (commented: group 3Plastic’s blog)

Manalo, Leile Glad (contributed references and pictures)

Taboada, Faith Rosemel (contributed references and pictures)