🎙️ Tiny Flaws, Massive Failures 🔧 What Fretting Corrosion Can Teach Us About the Hidden Forces in EngineeringWelcome to another episode of High Level Podcasts, where we explore the deeper layers of engineering—beyond the blueprints, behind the bolts, and into the science that shapes our world.This time, we're digging into fretting corrosion—a subtle yet significant phenomenon that occurs when tightly joined components move just enough to cause long-term wear and damage. It’s a reminder that in engineering, what you don’t see can hurt you most.We trace how this quiet, microscopic process affects everything from aircraft to everyday machines, and what it teaches us about design decisions, maintenance, and the assumptions we all make about “tight = safe.”💡 In This EpisodeWhat is fretting corrosion, and why does it happen?How tiny movements can cause big engineering problems.Real-world examples from bolted joints to turbine blades.The story of Aloha Airlines Flight 243 and what it revealed.Design strategies and materials that help prevent fretting wear.🛠️ Whether you're an engineer, student, or just curious about how complex systems work, this episode reveals the fascinating—and sometimes dangerous—interplay between design, physics, and the real world.📬 Get in Touch Email: highlevelpodcasts@gmail.com YouTube & Instagram: @highlevelpodcasts LinkedIn:Jonathan DelportDamon Hoenselaar🔗 Mentioned in this episode:Why Are Beach Holes So Deadly? – Practical EngineeringFretting Wear Overview – Power TransmissionAloha Airlines Flight 243 – Wikipedia🧠Engineering is full of assumptions—and every assumption should be tested. Sometimes, the smallest flaws are the most instructive.#EngineeringPodcast #FrettingCorrosion #MechanicalDesign #HighLevelPodcasts #StructuralEngineering #Aerospace #DesignThinking #HiddenForces
