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
Ferrous Metals: Application. Online PowerPoint. July
8, 2016. Retrieved from
Photos:
Amalkhan. How to clean stainless steel appliances. Blog. July 8, 2016.
Retrieved from
AnnsAtic.com. (2016). Decorations
: classic craft iron cast spindles in black color with wrought iron stair
AnnsAtic.com. (2016). Decorations
: classic craft iron cast spindles in black color with wrought iron stair
Brownstein, L. /Getty
Images. New York City: Manhattan Bridge. Photo. Encyclopædia Britannica
Bruyere, Musette. (2016). The best
kitchen appliances packages. Photos. Retrieved from
City of Beverly. (2016). Seasonal/scheduled
collections – appliances/metal & TV’s/monitors. Retrieved
Corbis. Eiffel Tower. Photo. Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Web.
07 Jul. 2016. Retrieved from
Dezeen Magazine. (2014). London restaurant by Brinkworth resembles a
ramshackle farm building.
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)
