Durasteel | |
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Durasteel is the most widely used alloy in the 33rd century. | |
Density | |
0.16 lb/in3 | |
Durability | |
~6 - 7 | |
Flexibility | |
Prone to deformation when not heat-treated. Prone to cracking past its threshold when heat-treated. | |
Thermal Conductivity | |
Fairly conductive of heat regardless of treating. Won’t combust | |
Electrical Conductivity | |
Moderate. Fairly conductive of electricity regardless of treating. Slow to heat through electricity, but will electrocute anything in contact with it. | |
Average Price | |
0.12 ▣/in3 |
Durasteel distinguished by its unique silver-blue hue, is a versatile alloy primarily made of lightweight titanium. The alloy gains enhanced tensile strength from a carbon nanostructure, which is strategically ingrained within the metal's molecular matrix. As a trade name, Durasteel encompasses a broad range of structural metals prevalent in the 33rd century for diverse applications. The core composition comprises titanium, fortified with trace impurities of carbon, vanadium, and cobalt. These elements collectively contribute to the alloy's remarkable rigidity, hardness, and ductility, all while maintaining an economical price point.
Heat treatment is commonly applied to Durasteel to increase its hardness, though this process comes at the expense of reduced flexibility. Exceptionally resilient, Durasteel is impervious to rust and corrosion under standard environmental conditions. Due to its cost-effectiveness and superior mechanical properties, it is the material of choice for a myriad of applications—from everyday consumer products to the robust hulls of interstellar spacecraft. It has largely supplanted traditional ferrous steel in most use-cases, except in scenarios requiring specific electromagnetic properties. Durasteel boasts a high melting point, able to withstand temperatures up to approximately 2800 degrees Fahrenheit.