steelTalks is a monthly series on topics of interest to the global steel community. The lectures are presented in a webinar format with a guest lecturer. The general topic of the following webinar is the current trends in steel production for pipe making.
Description
Summary of the lecture
Main challenges and new requirements of oil and gas producers
Material design for high grades and low temperature application. Alloying, microalloying, microstructure and properties
Resistance to hydrogen sulfide cracking
Prevention of carbon dioxide corrosion. High grades
Running crack propagation in high pressure gas pipelines. Effect of microstructure and crystallographic texture on crack arrestability
Effect of chemical composition and microstructure on strain aging and pipe deformability
Agenda
Fundamentals of pipe making. Material selection, impact on steels.
Development and main drivers of steel industry. Strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats. Future improvements and developments as key for competitiveness.
Steel pipes. Current state of main technologies.
Steel purification and better quality as ways to new high value products.
Pipes and tubes for hydrocarbon production and transportation
Course content
Learning Outcomes
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Conducts market research to identify evolving industry trends, technological advancements, and emerging steel solutions.3
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Understands the fundamental advantages of steel in oil and gas applications, including strength, corrosion resistance, and durability.1
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Steel metallurgy, microstructure, and heat treatment processes, enabling the development of specialised steel solutions.4
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Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in corrosion prevention, welding techniques, and pipeline integrity management.4
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