
Overview
Background
Prof Andrej Atrens's research interests are in: the service performance of engineering materials and alloy development.
He received a PhD from the University of Adelaide in 1976, a DEng from the University of Queensland in 1997, and became FHEA in 2018.
His current research projects are in the fields of:
- Mg Corrosion
- SCC
- Hydrogen embrittlement
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Andrej Atrens is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), University of Adelaide
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Adelaide
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education, The University of Queensland
- Doctoral Diploma of Engineering, The University of Queensland
- Australian Institute of Physics, Australian Institute of Physics
- Engineers Australia, Engineers Australia
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy, Higher Education Academy
Research interests
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Mg Corrosion
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Hydrogen Embrittlenent
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Stress Corrosion cracking
Research impacts
Atrens has made significant contributions to the understanding of the service performance of engineering materials. This includes:
- Related electrochemical hydrogen charging to equivalent hydrogen fugacity.
- Demonstrated that there is little risk in auto service of HE for the advanced high-strength steels currently used in automobile light-weighting,
- Elucidated corrosion mechanisms of magnesium alloys, stainless steels and copper alloys,
- Developed a model for the patination of copper, and a procedure for an artificial patination process,
- Developed an improved understanding of passivity in stainless steels and binary alloys such as Fe-Cr, Ni-Cr, Co-Cr, Fe-Ti, and Fe-Si.
- Characterised the corrosion reactions, types of corrosion and the corrosion morphologies for Mg alloys and related these to alloy chemistry, metallurgy and microstructure.
- Help to provide an understanding of the biocorrosion of Mg.
- Produced a comprehensive explanation of the strange electrochemical behaviour of the negative difference effect, which underlies the corrosion behaviour of magnesium and its alloys.
Works
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2023
Journal Article
Formation of the primary second phases and their influence on the mechanical properties of an as-cast Al–Li–Mg alloy with multi-microalloying (Sc, Zr, Er and Ti)
Zhang, Shenchen, Yao, Jiangang, Wang, Ping, Wang, Hua, Zhang, Jimou, Yin, Dengfeng, Zhao, Ming-Chun and Atrens, Andrej (2023). Formation of the primary second phases and their influence on the mechanical properties of an as-cast Al–Li–Mg alloy with multi-microalloying (Sc, Zr, Er and Ti). International Journal of Metalcasting, 18 (1), 608-619. doi: 10.1007/s40962-023-01054-1
2023
Journal Article
A review of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipeline steels
Hoschke, Joshua, Chowdhury, Md Fahdul Wahab, Venezuela, Jeffrey and Atrens, Andrej (2023). A review of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipeline steels. Corrosion Reviews, 41 (3), 277-317. doi: 10.1515/corrrev-2022-0052
2023
Book Chapter
Materials and Technologies of Mg-Air Primary Batteries
Chen, Xingrui, Le, Qichi, Venezuela, Jeffrey and Atrens, Andrej (2023). Materials and Technologies of Mg-Air Primary Batteries. Metal-Air Batteries. (pp. 65-76) Boca Raton, FL United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781003295761-5
2023
Journal Article
Effect of electrolyte systems on plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings characteristics on LPSO Mg-Gd-Y-Zn alloy
Wu, Jiahao, Wu, Liang, Yao, Wenhui, Chen, Yanning, Chen, Yonghua, Yuan, Yuan, Wang, Jingfeng, Atrens, Andrej and Pan, Fusheng (2023). Effect of electrolyte systems on plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings characteristics on LPSO Mg-Gd-Y-Zn alloy. Surface and Coatings Technology, 454 129192, 1-14. doi: 10.1016/j.surfcoat.2022.129192
2023
Journal Article
Grain refinement of A517 steel by inoculation with Al–5Ti–B master alloy
Liang, Guofang, Liu, Yingang, Yang, Xianliang, Atrens, Andrej, Wu, Tao, Tian, Zhiqiang, Tan, Qiyang, Yin, Yu, Wang, Jianjun and Zhang, Ming-Xing (2023). Grain refinement of A517 steel by inoculation with Al–5Ti–B master alloy. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 296 127320, 1-11. doi: 10.1016/j.matchemphys.2023.127320
2023
Journal Article
ZnAl-LDH@MXene modified by inhibitor as a nanofiller applied on Mg alloys coating protection
Wu, Yulong, Wu, Liang, Yao, Wenhui, Chen, Yonghua, Zhou, Yan, Wang, Linqian, Wu, Ting, Jiang, Bin, Atrens, Andrej and Pan, Fusheng (2023). ZnAl-LDH@MXene modified by inhibitor as a nanofiller applied on Mg alloys coating protection. Carbon, 204, 36-49. doi: 10.1016/j.carbon.2022.12.008
2023
Journal Article
A review of metal-organic framework protective coatings for light metals
Chen, Yonghua, Wu, Liang, Atrens, Andrej and Pan, Fusheng (2023). A review of metal-organic framework protective coatings for light metals. Surface Engineering, 38 (10-12), 807-829. doi: 10.1080/02670844.2022.2161230
2023
Journal Article
Feasibility of the use of gas phase inhibition of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipelines carrying hydrogen: a review
Atrens, Andrej, Gray, Evan, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Hoschke, Joshua and Roethig, Maximilian (2023). Feasibility of the use of gas phase inhibition of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipelines carrying hydrogen: a review. JOM, 75 (1), 232-238. doi: 10.1007/s11837-022-05559-8
2022
Journal Article
Preparation technology and properties of a thin anodic oxide composite film on the surface of an aluminum alloy foil
Wu, Jiahao, Wu, Haisheng, Wu, Liang, Yao, Wenhui, Chen, Yanning, Sun, Lidong, Ma, Yanlong, Jiang, Bin, Wang, Jingfeng, Atrens, Andrej and Pan, Fusheng (2022). Preparation technology and properties of a thin anodic oxide composite film on the surface of an aluminum alloy foil. Surface and Coatings Technology, 447 128825, 1-14. doi: 10.1016/j.surfcoat.2022.128825
2022
Journal Article
Influence of aging treatment on the microstructure and properties of a deformation-processed Cu-Ni-Co-Si alloy
Sheng, Xiaochun, Li, Xiaolong, Liu, Keming, Yu, Haize, Li, Mulin, Shi, Jinke, Shen, Zhi, Fu, Kai, Zhou, Haitao and Atrens, Andrej (2022). Influence of aging treatment on the microstructure and properties of a deformation-processed Cu-Ni-Co-Si alloy. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 32 (1), 221-231. doi: 10.1007/s11665-022-07497-7
2022
Journal Article
Mg corrosion—recent progress
Atrens, Andrej, Chen, Xingrui and Shi, Zhiming (2022). Mg corrosion—recent progress. Corrosion and Materials Degradation, 3 (4), 566-597. doi: 10.3390/cmd3040031
2022
Journal Article
The influence of phosphorus on the temper embrittlement and hydrogen embrittlement of some dual-phase steels
Dong, Futao, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Li, Huixing, Shi, Zhiming, Zhou, Qingjun, Chen, Liansheng, Chen, Jun, Du, Linxiu and Atrens, Andrej (2022). The influence of phosphorus on the temper embrittlement and hydrogen embrittlement of some dual-phase steels. Materials Science and Engineering: A, 854 143379, 143379. doi: 10.1016/j.msea.2022.143379
2022
Journal Article
A new anodic properties evaluation indicator for the magnesium‐based anodes of magnesium‐air batteries: the apparent valence
Chen, Xingrui and Atrens, Andrej (2022). A new anodic properties evaluation indicator for the magnesium‐based anodes of magnesium‐air batteries: the apparent valence. International Journal of Energy Research, 46 (15), 1-9. doi: 10.1002/er.8703
2022
Journal Article
Effect of cold deformation on the hydrogen permeation in a dual-phase advanced high-strength steel
Li, Huixing, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Zhou, Qingjun, Shi, Zhiming, Dong, Futao, Yan, Ming, Knibbe, Ruth, Zhang, Mingxing and Atrens, Andrej (2022). Effect of cold deformation on the hydrogen permeation in a dual-phase advanced high-strength steel. Electrochimica Acta, 424 140619, 140619. doi: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.140619
2022
Journal Article
Influence of hydrogen on the S–N fatigue of DP1180 advanced high-strength steel
Li, Huixing, Dong, Futao, Zhou, Qingjun, Shi, Zhiming, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Yan, Ming, Knibbe, Ruth, Zhang, Mingxing and Atrens, Andrej (2022). Influence of hydrogen on the S–N fatigue of DP1180 advanced high-strength steel. Corrosion Science, 205 110465, 110465. doi: 10.1016/j.corsci.2022.110465
2022
Journal Article
A novel dissolution-precipitation mechanism during liquid phase sintering and its strengthening effects in W-Ni-Fe alloys with low W contents
Han, Yong, Li, Yuan, Ye, Lei, Du, Zhiyuan, Liu, Zhanggen, Li, Xin, Zhao, Ming-Chun and Atrens, Andrej (2022). A novel dissolution-precipitation mechanism during liquid phase sintering and its strengthening effects in W-Ni-Fe alloys with low W contents. Materials and Design, 220 110841, 1-8. doi: 10.1016/j.matdes.2022.110841
2022
Book Chapter
Cost-effective Fe-rich high-entropy alloys: a brief review
Yin, Yu, Atrens, Andrej, Huang, Han and Zhang, Ming-Xing (2022). Cost-effective Fe-rich high-entropy alloys: a brief review. High entropy materials: microstructures and properties. (pp. 1-21) edited by Yong A. Zhang. London, United Kingdom: IntechOpen. doi: 10.5772/intechopen.105081
2022
Journal Article
Influence of crystallographic orientation and Al alloying on the corrosion behaviour of extruded α-Mg/LPSO two-phase Mg-Zn-Y alloys with multimodal microstructure
Yamasaki, Michiaki, Shi, Zhiminig, Atrens, Andrej, Furukawa, Akito and Kawamura, Yoshihito (2022). Influence of crystallographic orientation and Al alloying on the corrosion behaviour of extruded α-Mg/LPSO two-phase Mg-Zn-Y alloys with multimodal microstructure. Corrosion Science, 200 110237, 1-16. doi: 10.1016/j.corsci.2022.110237
2022
Journal Article
The influence of the protein bovine serum albumin (BSA) on the corrosion of Mg, Zn, and Fe in Zahrina's simulated interstitial fluid
Mardina, Zahrina, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Dargusch, Matthew S., Shi, Zhiming and Atrens, Andrej (2022). The influence of the protein bovine serum albumin (BSA) on the corrosion of Mg, Zn, and Fe in Zahrina's simulated interstitial fluid. Corrosion Science, 199 110160, 1-19. doi: 10.1016/j.corsci.2022.110160
2022
Journal Article
Effect of shearing prestrain on the hydrogen embrittlement of 1180 MPa grade martensitic advanced high-strength steel
Li, Huixing, Venezuela, Jeffrey, Zhou, Qingjun, Shi, Zhiming, Yan, Ming, Knibbe, Ruth, Zhang, Mingxing, Dong, Futao and Atrens, Andrej (2022). Effect of shearing prestrain on the hydrogen embrittlement of 1180 MPa grade martensitic advanced high-strength steel. Corrosion Science, 199 110170, 110170. doi: 10.1016/j.corsci.2022.110170
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Andrej Atrens is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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Thesis Project
The aim is to provide an overview and summary of the state of art and description of key technical challenges, drivers and trends emerging in the technology/sector.
The total topic is huge so it is necessary to target one part. A possible approach is to look at a particular number of sectors. Sectors can be defined in a number of ways.
- Focus on the manufacturing process: Casting, Shaping and forming, machining, Fabrication, Fabrication of microelectronic devices and micromanufacturing, Joining, Surface Technology, Composites, Ceramics, Wood, Concrete
- Focus on the industry or industry sector: Aerospace, auto, microelectronic or consumer electronics, consumer goods etc.
A number of these sectors need to be chosen and analysed. For each sector an overview/summary is to be provided together with the references of where the information was obtained.
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Gas Phase Inhibition of Hydrogen Embrittlement
We aim to understand the kinetics of the inhibition of hydrogen embrittlement in hydrogen gas environments by added gases such as oxygen.
We are building a gas phase permeabilty apparatus capable of operating at 200 C and 200 bar hydrogen
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Feasibility of the use of gas phase inhibition of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipelines carrying hydrogen
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen embrittlement of pipeline steels, subcritical crack evaluation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen embrittlement of pipeline steels, subcritical crack evaluation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Master Philosophy
Hydrogen and pipeline steels; orientation dependence of fracture toughness
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Strong Hydrogen-Tolerant Steels via Tuning Nanogradients
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen embrittlement of pipeline steels, subcritical crack evaluation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen embrittlement of pipeline steels
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Feasibility of the use of gas phase inhibition of hydrogen embrittlement in gas transmission pipelines carrying hydrogen
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen embrittlement of additively manufactured advanced structural materials
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Qiyang Tan, Dr Jeffrey Venezuela, Professor Mingxing Zhang
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Doctor Philosophy
The influence of long-term degradation effects on the hydrogen embrittlement of pipeline steels used in hydrogen transportation
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matthew Dargusch, Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Design, manufacturing, and evaluations of biodegradable metal mesh implant for pelvic floor reconstructions
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matthew Dargusch, Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The discharge performance of advanced Mg-based alloys for Mg-air battery
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Hydrogen Embrittlement of Advanced High Strength Steels for Auto Applications
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang, Dr Jeffrey Venezuela
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Temporary Corrosion Protection of a New Generation of Magnesium Alloys
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matthew Dargusch
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring Magnesium Corrosion in a Medical Environment
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matthew Dargusch
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Influence of hydrogen on some DP, Q&P and TWIP grades of advanced high strength steels for auto construction
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
The Influence of Hydrogen on MS980, MS1180, MS1300 and MS1500 Martensitic Advanced High Strength Steels Used for Automotive Applications
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Corrosion and Stress Corrosion Cracking of Magnesium Alloys
Principal Advisor
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Influence of hydrogen on metallic components for clean energy
Principal Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Corrosion of Mg and Mg Alloys for Medical Applications
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Darren Martin
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Influence of the Applied Stress Rate on the Stress Corrosion Cracking of 4340 and 3.5NiCrMoV Steels
Principal Advisor
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
Metallurgical influences on stress corrosion cracking (SCC) of rock bolts
Principal Advisor
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
A mechanistic Understanding of Stress Corrosion Cracking of Mg Alloys
Principal Advisor
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2008
Doctor Philosophy
A study of the mechanism by which cobalt ions minimize corrosion of lead alloy anodes during electrowinning of base metals
Principal Advisor
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2007
Master Philosophy
UNDERSTANDING CORROSION IN HOT POTASSIUM CARBONATE (HPC) ACID GAS REMOVAL PLANTS
Principal Advisor
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
CHEMISTRY OF IN-SITU PHOSPHATING COATING
Principal Advisor
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2004
Doctor Philosophy
STRESS CORROSION CRACKING OF ROCK BOLTS
Principal Advisor
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Novel approaches to improve the mechanical properties of a high-strength low-alloy steel
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Influence of trace addition of Be on the oxidation behaviour of Mg alloys
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mingxing Zhang
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
COMPUTER MODELING OF GALVANIC CORROSION FOR MAGNESIUM ALLOYS
Associate Advisor
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2005
Doctor Philosophy
THE CORROSION PERFORMANCE OF ANODISED MAGNESIUM ALLOYS
Associate Advisor
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- Corrosion
- Hydrogen embrittlement
- Magnesium corrosion
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