In-depth articles on metallurgy, materials science, and metal processing — written for engineers and learners alike.
Complete guide to the eutectoid reaction in steel (γ → α + Fe₃C at 0.77%C, 727°C). Covers cooperative ferrite-cementite growth, lamellar spacing, Avrami kinetics, colony formation, and the relationship to hypo- and hypereutectoid steels.
Complete guide to pearlite microstructure in steel. Covers eutectoid reaction at 727°C, lamellar interlamellar spacing vs temperature, hardness, applications in rails and high-strength wire, and fine vs coarse pearlite.
Technical guide to pearlite formation in steels. Covers nucleation at grain boundaries, lamellar spacing vs undercooling, interlamellar spacing and strength relationship, and railway rail steel applications.