What are hydrocarbons and how are these technically classified?
Composed of carbon and hydrogen, hydrocarbons are fundamental to organic chemistry and global energy production.
Mayuly Rodríguez
Mechanical Engineer with experience in the oil and gas sector, has technical skills in static equipment inspection, project control, development of work scopes and quality assurance. Contributes to the exchange of knowledge and best practices by writing technical articles related to the energy sector.
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How is aluminum made and what makes it resistant to oxidation?
How aluminum is made: from bauxite to pure metal, thermochemical and electrolytic processes are applied to ensure its properties.
Synthetic fuel: Types and applications in sustainable mobility
Synthetic fuel offers an immediate way to decarbonize transportation without changing existing engines or infrastructure.
Chartering in liquid terminals: Contracts and logistics efficiency
Chartering optimizes port logistics at liquid terminals, improves shipping efficiency and reduces delays through strategic contracts and technology.
How to become a professional welder: Guide and Key steps
Orienting future technicians on How to become a welder certified and highly skilled professional welder.
NDT with AI: Smart automation for industrial inspection
AI transforms NDT by automating industrial inspection, improving accuracy, efficiency, and enabling predictive maintenance with human-machine collaboration.
API 570 vs. API 1169 in pipeline inspection and construction
API 570, oriented to the inspection of in-service pipelines, and API 1169, focused on inspection during the construction of transportation pipelines, stand out for establishing technical criteria to ensure operational integrity.
Types of asphalt: Classification, composition and technical properties
Asphalt is a bituminous material used in road infrastructures, noted for its resistance to loads, thermal deformation and environmental exposure.
STI SP001 vs. API 653: Technical Comparison in Tank Inspection
The choice between STI SP001 and API 653 should be based on a detailed technical analysis considering dimensions, manufacturing standard, operating conditions and criticality of the asset.
Heavy industry: Key sectors and its role in a sustainable future
Heavy industry structures the global economy and is moving towards sustainable production models with technological innovation and environmental governance.
Flash rust: Causes, formation and prevention methods
Flash rust is an immediate surface oxidation that affects the adhesion of coatings and reduces metal service life.
Sandblasting: Types, innovations and ecological alternatives
Sandblasting is a surface cleaning method that, in line with current environmental regulations, incorporates sustainable alternatives in its application.