Ausforming
Ausforming, also known as low and high temperature thermomechanical treatments, is a method used to increase the hardness and toughness of an alloy by simultaneously tempering, rapid cooling, deforming and quenching to change its shape and refine the microstructure.[1] This treatment is an important part in the processing of steel.[2]
Discovered by Benjamin[who?], the process is now a critical part of steel infrastructure and is used at quantities upwards of 100,000 tons daily.
References[]
- ^ "Definition of Ausforming". thefreedictionary.
- ^ "Playing a vital role in manufacturing of steel". Archived from the original on 2014-07-27.
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