12-14-2021, 08:42 AM
Not even close. Aluminum alloys typically have a Young's Modulus (linear stress-strain curve under tension) of approximately 10 MPa. Iron and most steel alloys have values of at least 30 MPa.
Aluminum alloys do not form flaking rust. And their density is only about 40% that of steel. This gives aluminum an advantage over steel…including stainless in some apllications. But aluminum alloys are never as strong as steel.
Not by a long shot.
Aluminum alloys do not form flaking rust. And their density is only about 40% that of steel. This gives aluminum an advantage over steel…including stainless in some apllications. But aluminum alloys are never as strong as steel.
Not by a long shot.
