ANN	Artificial neural network
EDX	Energy-dispersive X-ray analysis
ICP	Inductively coupled plasma
NDT	Non-destructive testing
NHPP	Non-homogeneous Poisson process
SEM	Scanning electron microscopy
SMA	Shape memory alloy
VAR	Vacuum arc remelting
VIM	Vacuum induction melting
WCO	World Corrosion Organization
XRF	X-ray fluorescence