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Austenite in Steel — FCC Iron, Carbon Solubility and Its Heat Treatment Role

Complete guide to austenite (γ-iron) in steel. Covers FCC structure, 2.14%C solubility, austenitising temperatures, retained austenite, austenite stability, and the central role of austenite in all steel heat treatments.