Physical metallurgists study the nature, structure, and physical properties of metals and their alloys, and methods of processing them into final products. Mechanical metallurgists develop and improve metalworking processes such as casting, forging, rolling, and drawing. Special types of metal alloys are required for the highly developed sectors like aviation, medicine, energy, etc., for which process metallurgists may acquire special expertise. Because materials are building blocks for other goods, materials engineers are widely employed in manufacturing industries. They also work in service industries such as engineering and management, business, and health services.
Some materials engineers work for the central and state governments.
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