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The microstructure-property relationships in martensitic steels are controlled in part by the initial austenite microstructure, as well as the tempering response and the presence and behavior of retained austenite. Furthermore, transformation-induced plasticity of austenite has been increasingly employed in recent years to enhance performance. These themes will be explored in the context of research in the author’s laboratory related to heat treatment of martensitic steels. A few heat treatment pathways will be considered including quenching and partitioning of automotive sheet steels, quenching of thicker sections, and induction hardening and tempering. Recent concepts and opportunities will be emphasized in this overview, along with associated historical perspectives and fundamental principles controlling the heat treatment response.
| Speaker Country | USA |
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