Axess explain various types of corrosion, including uniform, galvanic, pitting, crevice, intergranular, and stress corrosion cracking (SCC), highlighting their unique characteristics and specific prevention strategies. Furthermore, they stress the importance of considering numerous factors beyond initial costs, such as environmental conditions, mechanical properties, design parameters, and long-term reliability, advocating for upfront investment in high-quality materials to achieve significant overall cost savings and enhanced safety throughout a system's lifecycle.