In-depth articles on metallurgy, materials science, and metal processing — written for engineers and learners alike.
Detailed guide to martensite morphologies in steel. Covers lath martensite (low/medium C), plate martensite (high C), midrib, internal twinning, retained austenite, and relationship to hardness and toughness.
Technical guide to retained austenite in hardened steels. Covers formation mechanism, effect of carbon content on fraction retained, problems in bearings and tool steels, XRD measurement, and sub-zero cryogenic treatment.
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.
Technical guide to TRIP and TWIP advanced high strength steels (AHSS). Covers microstructure, retained austenite stability, work hardening mechanisms, formability, and automotive structural applications.
Technical guide to 52100 (100Cr6/SUJ2) bearing steel. Covers carbide network control, austenitising temperature effect on retained austenite, cryogenic treatment, and rolling contact fatigue life.