Rhenium
Rhenium (Re) is a rare metal that also belongs to the platinum group.
Description
Rhenium is a silvery gray metal with high hardness and corrosion resistance.
Application
Used in catalysts, high-temperature alloys (including alloys for turbines), electrode manufacturing, and research.
Extraction
Major producing countries include Chile, Kazakhstan, Russia and Canada.
Unique properties
Rhenium has high temperature resistance and chemical inertness. This allows it to be used in applications requiring high reliability and resistance to aggressive media.
Rhenium is an important material in high-tech industries such as aerospace and energy technology due to its unique physical and chemical properties.