Micro alloys advance with care
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Steels can be produced which are low in alloy content without loosing strength, making them ideal for use in the automobile manufacturing process. The key to the strength of low-alloy steels is the grain size of the austenite mineral, which has an affect on the distribution of carbides. Heating the steel in extremely high temperatures and then rapidly cooling will cystalize the austenite and produce ferrite. Pre-assembled car parts are light and strong when made from this strengthen steel.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 2000
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Shape memory alloys take it to the wire
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Current research into shape memory alloys is discussed, including very thin wire actuators for applications such as remote controlled valves and walking robots.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 2000
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Light alloys go from strength to strength
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A review of recent developments in the field of metal alloys based on light metals, such as aluminium and magnesium, is presented, focusing on their use in the automobile and aerospace industries.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 2001
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