Jakarta (ANTARA) - Exposure to volcanic ash from volcanic eruptions\ncan potentially cause damage to vehicles if not handled carefully.<\/p>\n
Agus Purwadi, an automotive expert from the Bandung Institute of\nTechnology (ITB), explained that volcanic ash differs from ordinary\ndust.<\/p>\n
\u201cIts grains are often sharper and coarser, so when they rub against\nthe car\u2019s surface, the effect can be like fine sandpaper,\u201d said Agus\nwhen contacted from Jakarta on Monday.<\/p>\n
According to him, volcanic ash exposure can affect both a vehicle\u2019s\nexterior surfaces and the functioning of its components.<\/p>\n
Volcanic ash can clog air intakes, stick to wipers, get into body\ngaps, and accelerate the wear of moving components.<\/p>\n
As a result, wiping down a vehicle covered in volcanic ash with a dry\ncloth can cause fine scratches on the windows and paintwork.<\/p>\n
\u201cBeyond these mechanical risks, the ash surface may also contain\nsulphate and chloride compounds which, when mixed with water or moisture\nand left to settle, can increase the risk of staining and corrosion,\u201d\nYannes explained.<\/p>\n
He noted that cleaning volcanic ash off vehicles needs to be done\nwith extra care.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are two problems: when dry, the ash can scratch due to\nfriction, while in damp conditions and if left too long, it can increase\nthe risk of chemical damage,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIts extremely fine particles also allow the ash to enter easily into\nrubber seals, air filters, radiators, and various crevices of the\nvehicle. That is why volcanic ash should not be treated like ordinary\ndust that can simply be wiped off,\u201d said Yannes.<\/p>\n
He said that fine volcanic ash particles entering vehicle components\ncan trigger problems if not addressed promptly and properly.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/the-effects-of-volcanic-ash-exposure-on-vehicles-1788785660", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }