Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is highly suitable for forming 18Ni300 mold steel,thanks to its excellent capability in manufacturing complex shapes and outstanding capacity for regulating microstructures.It is widely us...Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is highly suitable for forming 18Ni300 mold steel,thanks to its excellent capability in manufacturing complex shapes and outstanding capacity for regulating microstructures.It is widely used in fields such as injection molding,die casting,and stamping dies.Adding reinforcing particles into steel is an effective means to improve its performance.Nb/18Ni300 composites were fabricated by LPBF using two kinds of Nb powders with different particle sizes,and their microstructures and properties were studied.The results show that the unmelted Nb particles are uniformly distributed in the 18Ni300 matrix and the grains are refined,which is particularly pronounced with fine Nb particles.In addition,element diffusion occurs between the particles and the matrix.The main phases of the base alloy are α-Fe and a small amount of γ-Fe.With the addition of Nb,part of the α-Fe is transformed into γ-Fe,and unmelted Nb phases appear.The addition of Nb also enhances the hardness and wear resistance of the composites but slightly reduces their tensile properties.After aging treatment,the molten pools and grain boundaries become blurred,grains are further refined,and the interfaces around the particles are thinned.The aging treatment also promotes the formation of reverted austenite.The hardness,ultimate tensile strength,and volumetric wear rate of the base alloy reach 51.9 HRC,1704 MPa,and 17.8×10^(-6) mm^(3)/(N·m),respectively.In contrast,the sample added with fine Nb particles has the highest hardness(56.1 HRC),ultimate tensile strength(1892 MPa)and yield strength(1842 MPa),and the volume wear rate of the sample added with coarse Nb particles is reduced by 90%to 1.7×10^(-6) mm^(3)/(N·m).展开更多
The large-scale production of high-Ti steels is limited by the formation of Ti-containing oxides or nitrides in steel-slag reactions during continuous casting.These processes degrade mold flux properties,clog submerge...The large-scale production of high-Ti steels is limited by the formation of Ti-containing oxides or nitrides in steel-slag reactions during continuous casting.These processes degrade mold flux properties,clog submerged entry nozzles,form floaters in the molds,and produce various surface defects on the cast slabs.This review summarizes the effects of nonmetallic inclusions on traditional CaO-SiO_(2)-based(CS)mold fluxes and novel CaO-Al_(2)O_(3)-based(CA)low-or non-reactive fluxes containing TiO_(2),BaO,and B_(2)O_(3)additives to avoid undesirable steel,slag,and inclusion reactions,with the aim of providing a new perspective for research and practice related to balancing the lubrication and heat transfer of mold fluxes to promote smooth operation and reduce surface defects on cast slabs.For traditional CS mold flux,although the addition of solvents such as Na_(2)O,Li_(2)O,and B_(2)O_(3)can enhance flowability,steel-slag reactions persist,limiting the effectiveness of CS mold fluxes in high-Ti steel casting.Low-or non-reactive CA mold fluxes with reduced SiO_(2)content are a research focus,where adding other components can significantly change flux characteristics.Replacing CaO with BaO can lower the melting point and inhibit crystallization,allowing the flux to maintain good flowability at low temperatures.Replacing SiO_(2)with TiO_(2)can stabilize the viscosity and enhance heat transfer.To reduce the environmental impact,fluorides are replaced with components such as TiO_(2),B_(2)O_(3),BaO,Li_(2)O,and Na_(2)O for F-frce mold fluxes with similar lubrication,crystallization,and heat-transfer effects.When TiO_(2)replaces CaF_(2),it stabilizes the viscosity and enhances the heat conductivity,forming CaTiO_(3)and CaSiTiO_(5)phases instead of cuspidine to control crystallization.B_(2)O_(3)lowers the melting point and suppresses crystallization,forming phases such as Ca_(3)B_(2)O_(6)and Ca_(11)Si_(4)B_(2)O_(22).BaO introduces non-bridging oxygen to reduce viscosity and ensure flux flowability at low temperatures.However,further studies are required to determine the optimal mold flux compositions corresponding to the steel grades and the interactions between the various components of the mold flux.In the future,the practical application of new mold fluxes for high-Ti steel will become the focus of further verification to achieve a balance between lubrication and heat transfer,which is expected to minimize the occurrence of casting problems and slab defects.展开更多
This study utilizes wet/dry cyclic corrosion testing combined with corrosion big data technology to investigate the mechanism by which chloride ions(Cl^(-))influence the corrosion behavior of 650 MPa high-strength low...This study utilizes wet/dry cyclic corrosion testing combined with corrosion big data technology to investigate the mechanism by which chloride ions(Cl^(-))influence the corrosion behavior of 650 MPa high-strength low-alloy(HSLA)steel in industrially polluted environments.The corrosion process of 650 MPa HSLA steel occurred in two distinct stages:an initial corrosion stage and a stable corrosion stage.During the initial phase,the weight loss rate increased rapidly owing to the instability of the rust layer.Notably,this study demonstrated that 650 MPa HSLA steel exhibited superior corrosion resistance in Cl-containing environments.The formation of a corrosion-product film eventually reduced the weight-loss rate.However,the intrusion of Cl^(-)at increasing concentrations gradually destabilized theα/γ^(*)phases of the rust layer,leading to a looser structure and lower polarization resistance(R_(p)).The application of corrosion big data technology in this study facilitated the validation and analysis of the experimental results,offering new insights into the corrosion mechanisms of HSLA steel in chloride-rich environments.展开更多
Titanium plates with a Ti−O solid solution surface-hardened layer were cold roll-bonded with 304 stainless steel plates with high work hardening rates.The evolution and mechanisms affecting the interfacial bonding str...Titanium plates with a Ti−O solid solution surface-hardened layer were cold roll-bonded with 304 stainless steel plates with high work hardening rates.The evolution and mechanisms affecting the interfacial bonding strength in titanium/stainless steel laminated composites were investigated.Results indicate that the hardened layer reduces the interfacial bonding strength from over 261 MPa to less than 204 MPa.During the cold roll-bonding process,the hardened layer fractures,leading to the formation of multi-scale cracks that are difficult for the stainless steel to fill.This not only hinders the development of an interlocking interface but also leads to the presence of numerous microcracks and hardened blocks along the nearly straight interface,consequently weakening the interfacial bonding strength.In metals with high work hardening rates,the conventional approach of enhancing interface interlocking and improving interfacial bonding strength by using a surface-hardened layer becomes less effective.展开更多
The rust layer is a critical factor in determining the corrosion resistance performance of weathering bridge steel.Understanding the evolution mechanism of this rust layer is fundamental for the design and optimizatio...The rust layer is a critical factor in determining the corrosion resistance performance of weathering bridge steel.Understanding the evolution mechanism of this rust layer is fundamental for the design and optimization of such steel.This study investigates the evolu-tion of the rust layer on high-Cr-content weathering bridge steel,using an atmospheric corrosion monitoring(ACM)sensor and big data mining techniques in a simulated tropical marine atmosphere.Results reveal that the protective properties of the rust layer follow a peri-odic pattern of“ascending–constant”rather than a continuous ascending.Correlation analysis indicates that this phenomenon is attributed to the introduction of Cr,which promotes the formation of FeCr_(2)O_(4) in the rust layer.FeCr_(2)O_(4) helps prevent chloride ions from penetrating the rust layer,exerting a protective effect.These findings provide a strong scientific foundation for the design and improvement of new high-Cr-content weathering bridge steels.展开更多
1 On a casual afternoon,I opened an enlightening book called How the Steel Was Tempered written by a writer called Nikolai Ostrovsky.Immediately,I was lost in the immortal(不朽的)work.Reading the book was an eye⁃openi...1 On a casual afternoon,I opened an enlightening book called How the Steel Was Tempered written by a writer called Nikolai Ostrovsky.Immediately,I was lost in the immortal(不朽的)work.Reading the book was an eye⁃opening experience for me.As a middle school student,I initially thought this book would be just another historical novel,but it turned out to be so much more.The book tells the story about the journey of a young man who is called Pavel Korchagin.展开更多
Super duplex stainless steels(SDSSs)and hyper duplex stainless steels(HDSSs),with more alloying elements content,are more corrosion resistant than the standard grades.Progresses of research works on weldability of SDS...Super duplex stainless steels(SDSSs)and hyper duplex stainless steels(HDSSs),with more alloying elements content,are more corrosion resistant than the standard grades.Progresses of research works on weldability of SDSSs and HDSSs in recent years are reviewed in this paper.If proper heat input is provided,SDSSs and HDSSs can be welded with most fusion welding processes,while tungsten inert gas welding is the most popular process.SDSSs and HDSSs are more prone to secondary phases precipitation than the standard and lean grades,and heat input for SDSSs and HDSSs welding is restricted to a smaller range.Matching filler materials are usually recommended for SDSSs and HDSSs welding,rather than Ni-riched ones for standard and lean grades.Nitrogen addition in shielding gas is always beneficial.Post weld heat treatment with slow cooling rate will be harmful.Hot cracking tendency of SDSSs and HDSSs joints is not high,but sometimes they can suffer from hydrogen induced stress cracking.展开更多
A novel Al-alloyed press-hardening steel(PHS)was developed,which exhibits excellent tensile,bending and antioxidation properties.Al is a ferrite-forming element that can hinder the formation of cementite and enhance t...A novel Al-alloyed press-hardening steel(PHS)was developed,which exhibits excellent tensile,bending and antioxidation properties.Al is a ferrite-forming element that can hinder the formation of cementite and enhance the stability of austenite.The incorporation of Al not only induces the formation of ferrite within martensitic matrix but also enhances the stability of retained austenite(RA).The microstructure of novel steel consists of martensite,ferrite,and RA after press hardening.Investigations into the role of Al in RA development were supported by thermo-kinetic calculations.The simultaneous introduction of ferrite and RA into the martensitic matrix via tailored chemical compositions significantly enhances the elongation and bending toughness of the novel PHS.Additionally,Al can form a dense Al oxide at the bottom of oxide layer,resulting in the improved antioxidant properties.Compared to 22MnB5 steel,it is an exciting discovery as there is a significant improvement in total elongation and bending toughness of novel PHS without compromising strength.The novel PHS,with its exceptional balance of strength and ductility,will play a crucial role in reducing weight when it replaces the existing class 22MnB5 PHS in different structural components of vehicle bodies.展开更多
In this study,we investigated the correlation between the pre-strain and hydrogen embrittlement(HE)mechanisms in medium-Mn steel.Intercritically annealed Fe-7Mn-0.2C-3Al(wt.%)steel,which showed a two-phase microstruct...In this study,we investigated the correlation between the pre-strain and hydrogen embrittlement(HE)mechanisms in medium-Mn steel.Intercritically annealed Fe-7Mn-0.2C-3Al(wt.%)steel,which showed a two-phase microstructure comprising α ferrite and γR retained austenite,was used as a model alloy.As the pre-strain level increased from 0%to 45%,the volume fraction of γR gradually decreased owing to the strain-inducedα′martensite transformation accompanied by an increase in dislocation density.The HE resistance decreased with increasing the pre-strain level because the sample with a higher pre-strain level revealed a higher amount of dissolved hydrogen,combined with a more extensive brittle fracture region owing to the enhanced diffusion and permeation of hydrogen from the reduced γR fraction.Ad-ditionally,the H-assisted crack in the sample without pre-strain was initiated and propagated from the γR grains when the strain-induced α′phase was formed,because most of the dissolved hydrogen was concentrated in the γR grains,and these grains were predominantly deformed compared to the other phases.However,the pre-strained sample showed more pronounced multiple H-assisted cracking at the constituent phases,such as α and α′,because it exhibited relatively well-dispersed hydrogen atoms and reduced microstrain localization at the γR grains,due to the reduced γR fraction.展开更多
The present work aims to investigate the effects of quenching, lamellarizing, and tempering(QLT)heat treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of ZG14Ni3Cr1Mo V high-strength low-alloy(HSLA) steel by c...The present work aims to investigate the effects of quenching, lamellarizing, and tempering(QLT)heat treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of ZG14Ni3Cr1Mo V high-strength low-alloy(HSLA) steel by comparing with traditional quenching and tempering(QT) heat treatment. Following the various QLT heat treatments, a dual-phase microstructure consisting of “soft” ferrite and “hard” tempered bainite is obtained, exhibiting significantly refined grain sizes(38.87 to 46.51 μm for QLT samples) compared to QT samples(64.93 μm). As the lamellar quenching temperature increases from 750 ℃ to 810 ℃, the yield strength and tensile strength of the QLT samples increase, although they remain lower than those of the QT samples. Conversely, elongation at fracture, reduction of area, and the product of strength and elongation synergy decrease, yet consistently exceed QT levels. Notably, the QLT samples demonstrate superior cryogenic impact toughness within the range of-80 ℃ to-120 ℃, achieving optimal values after 910 ℃ quenching + 780 ℃ lamellar quenching + 670 ℃ tempering: 215.97 J at-80 ℃, 207.80 J at-100℃, and 183.17 J at-120 ℃. This exceptional cryogenic toughness is attributed to two key mechanisms in the dual-phase microstructure:(i) a low dislocation density that suppresses crack initiation, and(ii) crack-tip passivation by soft ferrite, coupled with crack deflection and hindrance at high-angle grain boundaries(HAGBs). The results establish QLT as a viable method for enhancing cryogenic toughness in ZG14Ni3Cr1Mo V HSLA steels.展开更多
Correction to:J.Iron Steel Res.Int.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42243-024-01240-3.The original version of this article unfortunately con-tained mistakes.The article title was cut off in xml version,the corrected title is ...Correction to:J.Iron Steel Res.Int.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42243-024-01240-3.The original version of this article unfortunately con-tained mistakes.The article title was cut off in xml version,the corrected title is given below.展开更多
The low damage resistance and fracture toughness hinder the widespread application of ultrahighstrength dual phase(DP)steels.In this work,we propose a novel strategy to improve the fracture toughness of ultrahigh-stre...The low damage resistance and fracture toughness hinder the widespread application of ultrahighstrength dual phase(DP)steels.In this work,we propose a novel strategy to improve the fracture toughness of ultrahigh-strength DP steels by an order of magnitude without sacrificing the tensile strength.Six ultrahigh-strength DP steels with varying microstructure but comparable tensile strength(>1400 MPa)were prepared via tailoring the heat treatment process after cold rolling.Additionally,finite element(FE)method incorporated with Gurson-Tvergaad-Needleman(GTN)model and cohesive zone model(CZM)is established to simulate the fracture behavior of DP steel.Twelve model DP steels with different ferrite sizes and F/M strength differences are constructed.The combined experiment and simulation results demonstrate that(i)ferrite/martensite(F/M)interface decohesion prevails in all steels,(ii)the ferrite morphology has a strong influence on the fracture toughness of ultrahigh-strength DP steels,(iii)the effects of matrix type,ferrite size,and F/M hardness difference on the fracture toughness are relatively weak,(iv)the exceptional high fracture toughness of plate-like DP steel can be attributed to the crack deflection,crack divider and crack arrester mechanisms induced by F/M interface decohesion.展开更多
Aiming at the problems of low detection efficiency and difficult positioning of traditional steel surface defect detection methods,a lightweight steel surface defect detection model based on you only look once version...Aiming at the problems of low detection efficiency and difficult positioning of traditional steel surface defect detection methods,a lightweight steel surface defect detection model based on you only look once version 7(YOLOv7)is proposed.First,a cascading style sheets(CSS)block module is proposed,which uses more lightweight operations to obtain redundant information in the feature map,reduces the amount of computation,and effectively improves the detection speed.Secondly,the improved spatial pyramid pooling with cross stage partial convolutions(SPPCSPC)structure is adopted to ensure that the model can also pay attention to the defect location information while predicting the defect category information,obtain richer defect features.In addition,the convolution operation in the original model is simplified,which significantly reduces the size of the model and helps to improve the detection speed.Finally,using efficient intersection over union(EIOU)loss to focus on high-quality anchors,speed up convergence and improve positioning accuracy.Experiments were carried out on the Northeastern University-defect(NEU-DET)steel surface defect dataset.Compared with the original YOLOv7 model,the number of parameters of this model was reduced by 40%,the frames per second(FPS)reached 112,and the average accuracy reached 79.1%,the detection accuracy and speed have been improved,which can meet the needs of steel surface defect detection.展开更多
Retained austenite plays a significant role in third-generation advanced high-strength steels (AHSS 3. Gen.), renowned for their excellent combination of strength and ductility. Silicon (Si) is a key element in stabil...Retained austenite plays a significant role in third-generation advanced high-strength steels (AHSS 3. Gen.), renowned for their excellent combination of strength and ductility. Silicon (Si) is a key element in stabilizing retained austenite. However, it introduces challenges in galvannealing and welding processes in Zn-coated steels, such as inhibited Fe-Zn alloying and increased susceptibility to liquid metal embrittlement (LME). This study investigated the mechanism of Si enrichment at the Zn/steel interface and its role in suppressing Fe-Zn interdiffusion during annealing. Using advanced techniques such as high-resolution transmission electron microscopy and atomic probe tomography, and Thermo-Calc DICTRA simulations, we analyzed the diffusion behavior and microstructural evolution in Zn-coated steels with varying Si contents. Si, driven by its low solubility in liquid Zn and Fe-Zn intermetallic phases, accumulates at the interface, forming a Si-enriched region that significantly suppresses Zn diffusion while permitting limited Fe diffusion. Numerical simulations revealed that the Si-enriched layer forms via the drag effect of the Fe-Zn reaction line, progressively concentrating Si at the interface as Zn diffuses. As annealing progresses, the morphology of the Si-enriched region evolves from layered, cloud-like structures to droplets and elongated dendritic forms, driven by Zn penetration and Fe consumption. These findings provide novel insights into the role of Si enrichment in mitigating LME and optimizing the Zn-coated AHSS 3. Gen., paving the way for advancements in automotive material design.展开更多
Cleanliness control of advanced steels is of vital importance for quality control of the products.In order to understand and control the inclusion removal during refining process in molten steel,its motion behaviors a...Cleanliness control of advanced steels is of vital importance for quality control of the products.In order to understand and control the inclusion removal during refining process in molten steel,its motion behaviors at the multiple steel/gas/slag interfaces have attracted the attention much of metallurgical community.The recent development of the agglomeration of non-metallic inclusions at the steel/Ar and steel/slag interfaces has been summarized,and both the experimental as well as theoretical works have been surveyed.In terms of in situ observation of high-temperature interfacial phenomena in the molten steel,researchers utilized high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy to observe the movement of more types of inclusions at the interface,i.e.,the investigated inclusion is no longer limited to Al_(2)O_(3)-based inclusions but moves forward to rare earth oxides,MgO-based oxides,etc.In terms of theoretical models,especially the model of inclusions at the steel/slag interface,the recent development has overcome the limitations of the assumptions of Kralchevsky-Paunov model and verified the possible errors caused by the model assumptions by combining the water model and the physical model.Last but not least,the future work in this topic has been suggested,which could be in combination of thermal physical properties of steels and slag,as well as utilize the artificial intelligence-based methodology to implement a comprehensive inclusion motion behaviors during a comprehensive metallurgical process.展开更多
Steel–flux reactions involving the high aluminum(0.75–3.85 wt.%Al)low manganese(2.2 wt.%Mn)steel and the 18 wt.%SiO_(2)–18 wt.%Al2O3 mold flux were investigated.The results indicated that the reaction rate increase...Steel–flux reactions involving the high aluminum(0.75–3.85 wt.%Al)low manganese(2.2 wt.%Mn)steel and the 18 wt.%SiO_(2)–18 wt.%Al2O3 mold flux were investigated.The results indicated that the reaction rate increased when the initial aluminum content increased from 0.76 to 3.85 wt.%.Utilizing the two-film theory,a steel–flux reaction kinetic model controlled by mass transfer was established,which considered the influence of the initial composition on the density of liquid steel and flux.The mass transfer of aluminum in the steel phase was the reaction rate-determining step.It was confirmed that the mass transfer coefficient of Al was 1.87×10^(−4).The predicted results of the kinetic model were consistent and reliable with the experimental results.Thermodynamic equilibrium calculation was performed using FactSage 8.2,which was compared with the steel and flux final composition after 30 min.The content of initial aluminum in the liquid steel played a critical role in the SiO_(2)equilibrium content of the mold flux.In addition,the steel–flux reaction between[Al]and(SiO_(2))occurred with the initial SiO_(2)content in the mold flux lower than 3 wt.%.展开更多
Dissolution kinetics of CaO·2Al_(2)O_(3)(CA_(2))particles in a synthetic CaO-Al_(2)O_(3)-SiO_(2)steelmaking slag system have been investigated using the high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscope.Effects...Dissolution kinetics of CaO·2Al_(2)O_(3)(CA_(2))particles in a synthetic CaO-Al_(2)O_(3)-SiO_(2)steelmaking slag system have been investigated using the high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscope.Effects of temperature(i.e.,1500,1550,and 1600℃)and slag composition on the dissolution time of CA_(2)particles are investigated,along with the time dependency of the projection area of the particle during the dissolution process.It is found that the dissolution rate was enhanced by either an increase in temperature or a decrease in slag viscosity.Moreover,a higher ratio of CaO/Al_(2)O_(3)(C/A)leads to an increased dissolution rate of CA_(2)particle at 1600℃.Thermodynamic calculations suggested the dissolution product,i.e.,melilite,formed on the surface of the CA_(2)particle during dissolution in slag with a C/A ratio of 3.8 at 1550℃.Scanning electron microscopy equipped with energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry analysis of as-quenched samples confirmed the dissolution path of CA_(2)particles in slags with C/A ratios of 1.8 and 3.8 as well as the melilite formed on the surface of CA_(2)particle.The formation of this layer during the dissolution process was identified as a hindrance,impeding the dissolution of CA_(2)particle.A valuable reference for designing or/and choosing the composition of top slag for clean steel production is provided,especially using calcium treatment during the secondary refining process.展开更多
Baosteel Technical Research,a quarterly journal,which is issued domestically and abroad,is run and sponsored by Baoshan Iron & Steel Co.,Ltd.. Baosteel Technical Research mainly reports the achievements in technol...Baosteel Technical Research,a quarterly journal,which is issued domestically and abroad,is run and sponsored by Baoshan Iron & Steel Co.,Ltd.. Baosteel Technical Research mainly reports the achievements in technological innovation,academic research,new product development and industrial equipment improvement by Baosteel. It will continue to follow up on hot topics and serve the company's technological development and progress. Its readers include experts in steel metallurgy and related fields,technicians,management staff,professors and students in universities and colleges.展开更多
Using the software ANSYS-19.2/Explicit Dynamics,this study performedfinite-element modeling of the large-diameter steel pipeline cross-section for the Beineu-Bozoy-Shymkent gas pipeline with a non-through straight crac...Using the software ANSYS-19.2/Explicit Dynamics,this study performedfinite-element modeling of the large-diameter steel pipeline cross-section for the Beineu-Bozoy-Shymkent gas pipeline with a non-through straight crack,strengthened by steel wire wrapping.The effects of the thread tensile force of the steel winding in the form of single rings at the crack edges and the wires with different winding diameters and pitches were also studied.The results showed that the strengthening was preferably executed at a minimum value of the thread tensile force,which was 6.4%more effective than that at its maximum value.The analysis of the influence of the winding dia-meters showed that the equivalent stresses increased by 32%from the beginning of the crack growth until the wire broke.The increment in winding diameter decelerated the disclosure of the edge crack and reduced its length by 8.2%.The analysis of the influence of the winding pitch showed that decreasing the distance between the winding turns also led to a 33.6%reduction in the length of the straight crack and a 7.9%reduction in the maximum stres-ses on the strengthened pipeline cross-section.The analysis of the temperature effect on the pipeline material,within a range from-40℃to+50℃,resulted in a crack length change of up to 5.8%.As the temperature dropped,the crack length decreased.Within such a temperature range,the maximum stresses were observed along the cen-tral area of the crack,which were equal to 413 MPa at+50℃and 440 MPa at-40℃.The results also showed that the presence of the steel winding in the pipeline significantly reduced the length of crack propagation up to 8.4 times,depending on the temperature effect and design parameters of prestressing.This work integrated the existing methods for crack localization along steel gas pipelines.展开更多
基金Key-Area Research and Development Program of Guangdong Province(2023B0909020004)Project of Innovation Research Team in Zhongshan(CXTD2023006)+1 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(2023A1515011573)Zhongshan Social Welfare Science and Technology Research Project(2024B2022)。
文摘Laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)is highly suitable for forming 18Ni300 mold steel,thanks to its excellent capability in manufacturing complex shapes and outstanding capacity for regulating microstructures.It is widely used in fields such as injection molding,die casting,and stamping dies.Adding reinforcing particles into steel is an effective means to improve its performance.Nb/18Ni300 composites were fabricated by LPBF using two kinds of Nb powders with different particle sizes,and their microstructures and properties were studied.The results show that the unmelted Nb particles are uniformly distributed in the 18Ni300 matrix and the grains are refined,which is particularly pronounced with fine Nb particles.In addition,element diffusion occurs between the particles and the matrix.The main phases of the base alloy are α-Fe and a small amount of γ-Fe.With the addition of Nb,part of the α-Fe is transformed into γ-Fe,and unmelted Nb phases appear.The addition of Nb also enhances the hardness and wear resistance of the composites but slightly reduces their tensile properties.After aging treatment,the molten pools and grain boundaries become blurred,grains are further refined,and the interfaces around the particles are thinned.The aging treatment also promotes the formation of reverted austenite.The hardness,ultimate tensile strength,and volumetric wear rate of the base alloy reach 51.9 HRC,1704 MPa,and 17.8×10^(-6) mm^(3)/(N·m),respectively.In contrast,the sample added with fine Nb particles has the highest hardness(56.1 HRC),ultimate tensile strength(1892 MPa)and yield strength(1842 MPa),and the volume wear rate of the sample added with coarse Nb particles is reduced by 90%to 1.7×10^(-6) mm^(3)/(N·m).
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52204345 and 52474361)the Scientific Research Innovation Projects of Graduate Student of Jiangsu province,China(No.KYCX24_4184)。
文摘The large-scale production of high-Ti steels is limited by the formation of Ti-containing oxides or nitrides in steel-slag reactions during continuous casting.These processes degrade mold flux properties,clog submerged entry nozzles,form floaters in the molds,and produce various surface defects on the cast slabs.This review summarizes the effects of nonmetallic inclusions on traditional CaO-SiO_(2)-based(CS)mold fluxes and novel CaO-Al_(2)O_(3)-based(CA)low-or non-reactive fluxes containing TiO_(2),BaO,and B_(2)O_(3)additives to avoid undesirable steel,slag,and inclusion reactions,with the aim of providing a new perspective for research and practice related to balancing the lubrication and heat transfer of mold fluxes to promote smooth operation and reduce surface defects on cast slabs.For traditional CS mold flux,although the addition of solvents such as Na_(2)O,Li_(2)O,and B_(2)O_(3)can enhance flowability,steel-slag reactions persist,limiting the effectiveness of CS mold fluxes in high-Ti steel casting.Low-or non-reactive CA mold fluxes with reduced SiO_(2)content are a research focus,where adding other components can significantly change flux characteristics.Replacing CaO with BaO can lower the melting point and inhibit crystallization,allowing the flux to maintain good flowability at low temperatures.Replacing SiO_(2)with TiO_(2)can stabilize the viscosity and enhance heat transfer.To reduce the environmental impact,fluorides are replaced with components such as TiO_(2),B_(2)O_(3),BaO,Li_(2)O,and Na_(2)O for F-frce mold fluxes with similar lubrication,crystallization,and heat-transfer effects.When TiO_(2)replaces CaF_(2),it stabilizes the viscosity and enhances the heat conductivity,forming CaTiO_(3)and CaSiTiO_(5)phases instead of cuspidine to control crystallization.B_(2)O_(3)lowers the melting point and suppresses crystallization,forming phases such as Ca_(3)B_(2)O_(6)and Ca_(11)Si_(4)B_(2)O_(22).BaO introduces non-bridging oxygen to reduce viscosity and ensure flux flowability at low temperatures.However,further studies are required to determine the optimal mold flux compositions corresponding to the steel grades and the interactions between the various components of the mold flux.In the future,the practical application of new mold fluxes for high-Ti steel will become the focus of further verification to achieve a balance between lubrication and heat transfer,which is expected to minimize the occurrence of casting problems and slab defects.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52104319 and 52374323)。
文摘This study utilizes wet/dry cyclic corrosion testing combined with corrosion big data technology to investigate the mechanism by which chloride ions(Cl^(-))influence the corrosion behavior of 650 MPa high-strength low-alloy(HSLA)steel in industrially polluted environments.The corrosion process of 650 MPa HSLA steel occurred in two distinct stages:an initial corrosion stage and a stable corrosion stage.During the initial phase,the weight loss rate increased rapidly owing to the instability of the rust layer.Notably,this study demonstrated that 650 MPa HSLA steel exhibited superior corrosion resistance in Cl-containing environments.The formation of a corrosion-product film eventually reduced the weight-loss rate.However,the intrusion of Cl^(-)at increasing concentrations gradually destabilized theα/γ^(*)phases of the rust layer,leading to a looser structure and lower polarization resistance(R_(p)).The application of corrosion big data technology in this study facilitated the validation and analysis of the experimental results,offering new insights into the corrosion mechanisms of HSLA steel in chloride-rich environments.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (No. 2018YFA0707300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 52374376)the Introduction Plan for High end Foreign Experts, China (No. G2023105001L)。
文摘Titanium plates with a Ti−O solid solution surface-hardened layer were cold roll-bonded with 304 stainless steel plates with high work hardening rates.The evolution and mechanisms affecting the interfacial bonding strength in titanium/stainless steel laminated composites were investigated.Results indicate that the hardened layer reduces the interfacial bonding strength from over 261 MPa to less than 204 MPa.During the cold roll-bonding process,the hardened layer fractures,leading to the formation of multi-scale cracks that are difficult for the stainless steel to fill.This not only hinders the development of an interlocking interface but also leads to the presence of numerous microcracks and hardened blocks along the nearly straight interface,consequently weakening the interfacial bonding strength.In metals with high work hardening rates,the conventional approach of enhancing interface interlocking and improving interfacial bonding strength by using a surface-hardened layer becomes less effective.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52171063).
文摘The rust layer is a critical factor in determining the corrosion resistance performance of weathering bridge steel.Understanding the evolution mechanism of this rust layer is fundamental for the design and optimization of such steel.This study investigates the evolu-tion of the rust layer on high-Cr-content weathering bridge steel,using an atmospheric corrosion monitoring(ACM)sensor and big data mining techniques in a simulated tropical marine atmosphere.Results reveal that the protective properties of the rust layer follow a peri-odic pattern of“ascending–constant”rather than a continuous ascending.Correlation analysis indicates that this phenomenon is attributed to the introduction of Cr,which promotes the formation of FeCr_(2)O_(4) in the rust layer.FeCr_(2)O_(4) helps prevent chloride ions from penetrating the rust layer,exerting a protective effect.These findings provide a strong scientific foundation for the design and improvement of new high-Cr-content weathering bridge steels.
文摘1 On a casual afternoon,I opened an enlightening book called How the Steel Was Tempered written by a writer called Nikolai Ostrovsky.Immediately,I was lost in the immortal(不朽的)work.Reading the book was an eye⁃opening experience for me.As a middle school student,I initially thought this book would be just another historical novel,but it turned out to be so much more.The book tells the story about the journey of a young man who is called Pavel Korchagin.
文摘Super duplex stainless steels(SDSSs)and hyper duplex stainless steels(HDSSs),with more alloying elements content,are more corrosion resistant than the standard grades.Progresses of research works on weldability of SDSSs and HDSSs in recent years are reviewed in this paper.If proper heat input is provided,SDSSs and HDSSs can be welded with most fusion welding processes,while tungsten inert gas welding is the most popular process.SDSSs and HDSSs are more prone to secondary phases precipitation than the standard and lean grades,and heat input for SDSSs and HDSSs welding is restricted to a smaller range.Matching filler materials are usually recommended for SDSSs and HDSSs welding,rather than Ni-riched ones for standard and lean grades.Nitrogen addition in shielding gas is always beneficial.Post weld heat treatment with slow cooling rate will be harmful.Hot cracking tendency of SDSSs and HDSSs joints is not high,but sometimes they can suffer from hydrogen induced stress cracking.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(N2107001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52001060).
文摘A novel Al-alloyed press-hardening steel(PHS)was developed,which exhibits excellent tensile,bending and antioxidation properties.Al is a ferrite-forming element that can hinder the formation of cementite and enhance the stability of austenite.The incorporation of Al not only induces the formation of ferrite within martensitic matrix but also enhances the stability of retained austenite(RA).The microstructure of novel steel consists of martensite,ferrite,and RA after press hardening.Investigations into the role of Al in RA development were supported by thermo-kinetic calculations.The simultaneous introduction of ferrite and RA into the martensitic matrix via tailored chemical compositions significantly enhances the elongation and bending toughness of the novel PHS.Additionally,Al can form a dense Al oxide at the bottom of oxide layer,resulting in the improved antioxidant properties.Compared to 22MnB5 steel,it is an exciting discovery as there is a significant improvement in total elongation and bending toughness of novel PHS without compromising strength.The novel PHS,with its exceptional balance of strength and ductility,will play a crucial role in reducing weight when it replaces the existing class 22MnB5 PHS in different structural components of vehicle bodies.
基金supported by the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology(KIAT)grant funded by the Korean Government(MOTIE)(P0023676,HRD Program for Industrial Innovation)the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)(No.2021R1A6A3A13045008).
文摘In this study,we investigated the correlation between the pre-strain and hydrogen embrittlement(HE)mechanisms in medium-Mn steel.Intercritically annealed Fe-7Mn-0.2C-3Al(wt.%)steel,which showed a two-phase microstructure comprising α ferrite and γR retained austenite,was used as a model alloy.As the pre-strain level increased from 0%to 45%,the volume fraction of γR gradually decreased owing to the strain-inducedα′martensite transformation accompanied by an increase in dislocation density.The HE resistance decreased with increasing the pre-strain level because the sample with a higher pre-strain level revealed a higher amount of dissolved hydrogen,combined with a more extensive brittle fracture region owing to the enhanced diffusion and permeation of hydrogen from the reduced γR fraction.Ad-ditionally,the H-assisted crack in the sample without pre-strain was initiated and propagated from the γR grains when the strain-induced α′phase was formed,because most of the dissolved hydrogen was concentrated in the γR grains,and these grains were predominantly deformed compared to the other phases.However,the pre-strained sample showed more pronounced multiple H-assisted cracking at the constituent phases,such as α and α′,because it exhibited relatively well-dispersed hydrogen atoms and reduced microstrain localization at the γR grains,due to the reduced γR fraction.
基金supported by the Science and Technology Planning Joint Program of Liaoning Province(Applied Basic Research Project,No.2023JH2/101700054).
文摘The present work aims to investigate the effects of quenching, lamellarizing, and tempering(QLT)heat treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of ZG14Ni3Cr1Mo V high-strength low-alloy(HSLA) steel by comparing with traditional quenching and tempering(QT) heat treatment. Following the various QLT heat treatments, a dual-phase microstructure consisting of “soft” ferrite and “hard” tempered bainite is obtained, exhibiting significantly refined grain sizes(38.87 to 46.51 μm for QLT samples) compared to QT samples(64.93 μm). As the lamellar quenching temperature increases from 750 ℃ to 810 ℃, the yield strength and tensile strength of the QLT samples increase, although they remain lower than those of the QT samples. Conversely, elongation at fracture, reduction of area, and the product of strength and elongation synergy decrease, yet consistently exceed QT levels. Notably, the QLT samples demonstrate superior cryogenic impact toughness within the range of-80 ℃ to-120 ℃, achieving optimal values after 910 ℃ quenching + 780 ℃ lamellar quenching + 670 ℃ tempering: 215.97 J at-80 ℃, 207.80 J at-100℃, and 183.17 J at-120 ℃. This exceptional cryogenic toughness is attributed to two key mechanisms in the dual-phase microstructure:(i) a low dislocation density that suppresses crack initiation, and(ii) crack-tip passivation by soft ferrite, coupled with crack deflection and hindrance at high-angle grain boundaries(HAGBs). The results establish QLT as a viable method for enhancing cryogenic toughness in ZG14Ni3Cr1Mo V HSLA steels.
文摘Correction to:J.Iron Steel Res.Int.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42243-024-01240-3.The original version of this article unfortunately con-tained mistakes.The article title was cut off in xml version,the corrected title is given below.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D program(no.2022YFB3707501)GDAS’Project of Sci-ence and Technology(no.2021GDASYL-20210102002)+1 种基金Guangdong Provincial Project(nos.2022A0505050053,2021B1515120071,and 2020B1515130007)National Natural Science Foundation of China(no.52130102).
文摘The low damage resistance and fracture toughness hinder the widespread application of ultrahighstrength dual phase(DP)steels.In this work,we propose a novel strategy to improve the fracture toughness of ultrahigh-strength DP steels by an order of magnitude without sacrificing the tensile strength.Six ultrahigh-strength DP steels with varying microstructure but comparable tensile strength(>1400 MPa)were prepared via tailoring the heat treatment process after cold rolling.Additionally,finite element(FE)method incorporated with Gurson-Tvergaad-Needleman(GTN)model and cohesive zone model(CZM)is established to simulate the fracture behavior of DP steel.Twelve model DP steels with different ferrite sizes and F/M strength differences are constructed.The combined experiment and simulation results demonstrate that(i)ferrite/martensite(F/M)interface decohesion prevails in all steels,(ii)the ferrite morphology has a strong influence on the fracture toughness of ultrahigh-strength DP steels,(iii)the effects of matrix type,ferrite size,and F/M hardness difference on the fracture toughness are relatively weak,(iv)the exceptional high fracture toughness of plate-like DP steel can be attributed to the crack deflection,crack divider and crack arrester mechanisms induced by F/M interface decohesion.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62103298)the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province(No.F2018209289)。
文摘Aiming at the problems of low detection efficiency and difficult positioning of traditional steel surface defect detection methods,a lightweight steel surface defect detection model based on you only look once version 7(YOLOv7)is proposed.First,a cascading style sheets(CSS)block module is proposed,which uses more lightweight operations to obtain redundant information in the feature map,reduces the amount of computation,and effectively improves the detection speed.Secondly,the improved spatial pyramid pooling with cross stage partial convolutions(SPPCSPC)structure is adopted to ensure that the model can also pay attention to the defect location information while predicting the defect category information,obtain richer defect features.In addition,the convolution operation in the original model is simplified,which significantly reduces the size of the model and helps to improve the detection speed.Finally,using efficient intersection over union(EIOU)loss to focus on high-quality anchors,speed up convergence and improve positioning accuracy.Experiments were carried out on the Northeastern University-defect(NEU-DET)steel surface defect dataset.Compared with the original YOLOv7 model,the number of parameters of this model was reduced by 40%,the frames per second(FPS)reached 112,and the average accuracy reached 79.1%,the detection accuracy and speed have been improved,which can meet the needs of steel surface defect detection.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Program of the Korea Institute of Materials Science(No.PNK9820).
文摘Retained austenite plays a significant role in third-generation advanced high-strength steels (AHSS 3. Gen.), renowned for their excellent combination of strength and ductility. Silicon (Si) is a key element in stabilizing retained austenite. However, it introduces challenges in galvannealing and welding processes in Zn-coated steels, such as inhibited Fe-Zn alloying and increased susceptibility to liquid metal embrittlement (LME). This study investigated the mechanism of Si enrichment at the Zn/steel interface and its role in suppressing Fe-Zn interdiffusion during annealing. Using advanced techniques such as high-resolution transmission electron microscopy and atomic probe tomography, and Thermo-Calc DICTRA simulations, we analyzed the diffusion behavior and microstructural evolution in Zn-coated steels with varying Si contents. Si, driven by its low solubility in liquid Zn and Fe-Zn intermetallic phases, accumulates at the interface, forming a Si-enriched region that significantly suppresses Zn diffusion while permitting limited Fe diffusion. Numerical simulations revealed that the Si-enriched layer forms via the drag effect of the Fe-Zn reaction line, progressively concentrating Si at the interface as Zn diffuses. As annealing progresses, the morphology of the Si-enriched region evolves from layered, cloud-like structures to droplets and elongated dendritic forms, driven by Zn penetration and Fe consumption. These findings provide novel insights into the role of Si enrichment in mitigating LME and optimizing the Zn-coated AHSS 3. Gen., paving the way for advancements in automotive material design.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52074179)for the financial supportNational Key Research and Development Program of China(2024YFB3713705)is also acknowledged.
文摘Cleanliness control of advanced steels is of vital importance for quality control of the products.In order to understand and control the inclusion removal during refining process in molten steel,its motion behaviors at the multiple steel/gas/slag interfaces have attracted the attention much of metallurgical community.The recent development of the agglomeration of non-metallic inclusions at the steel/Ar and steel/slag interfaces has been summarized,and both the experimental as well as theoretical works have been surveyed.In terms of in situ observation of high-temperature interfacial phenomena in the molten steel,researchers utilized high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscopy to observe the movement of more types of inclusions at the interface,i.e.,the investigated inclusion is no longer limited to Al_(2)O_(3)-based inclusions but moves forward to rare earth oxides,MgO-based oxides,etc.In terms of theoretical models,especially the model of inclusions at the steel/slag interface,the recent development has overcome the limitations of the assumptions of Kralchevsky-Paunov model and verified the possible errors caused by the model assumptions by combining the water model and the physical model.Last but not least,the future work in this topic has been suggested,which could be in combination of thermal physical properties of steels and slag,as well as utilize the artificial intelligence-based methodology to implement a comprehensive inclusion motion behaviors during a comprehensive metallurgical process.
基金support from the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFB3709900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U22A20171).
文摘Steel–flux reactions involving the high aluminum(0.75–3.85 wt.%Al)low manganese(2.2 wt.%Mn)steel and the 18 wt.%SiO_(2)–18 wt.%Al2O3 mold flux were investigated.The results indicated that the reaction rate increased when the initial aluminum content increased from 0.76 to 3.85 wt.%.Utilizing the two-film theory,a steel–flux reaction kinetic model controlled by mass transfer was established,which considered the influence of the initial composition on the density of liquid steel and flux.The mass transfer of aluminum in the steel phase was the reaction rate-determining step.It was confirmed that the mass transfer coefficient of Al was 1.87×10^(−4).The predicted results of the kinetic model were consistent and reliable with the experimental results.Thermodynamic equilibrium calculation was performed using FactSage 8.2,which was compared with the steel and flux final composition after 30 min.The content of initial aluminum in the liquid steel played a critical role in the SiO_(2)equilibrium content of the mold flux.In addition,the steel–flux reaction between[Al]and(SiO_(2))occurred with the initial SiO_(2)content in the mold flux lower than 3 wt.%.
基金the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC)for funding this researchThis research used a high temperature confocal laser scanning microscope-VL2000DX-SVF17SP funded by Canada Foundation for Innovation John Evans Leaders Fund(CFI JELF,Project Number:32826),a PANalytical X’Pert diffraction instrument located at the Centre for crystal growth,Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research,and a scanning electron microscope-JEOL 6610 located at the Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy at McMaster University.W.Mu would like to acknowledge Swedish Iron and Steel Research Office(Jernkonteret),STINT and SSF for supporting the time for international collaboration research regarding clean steel.
文摘Dissolution kinetics of CaO·2Al_(2)O_(3)(CA_(2))particles in a synthetic CaO-Al_(2)O_(3)-SiO_(2)steelmaking slag system have been investigated using the high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscope.Effects of temperature(i.e.,1500,1550,and 1600℃)and slag composition on the dissolution time of CA_(2)particles are investigated,along with the time dependency of the projection area of the particle during the dissolution process.It is found that the dissolution rate was enhanced by either an increase in temperature or a decrease in slag viscosity.Moreover,a higher ratio of CaO/Al_(2)O_(3)(C/A)leads to an increased dissolution rate of CA_(2)particle at 1600℃.Thermodynamic calculations suggested the dissolution product,i.e.,melilite,formed on the surface of the CA_(2)particle during dissolution in slag with a C/A ratio of 3.8 at 1550℃.Scanning electron microscopy equipped with energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry analysis of as-quenched samples confirmed the dissolution path of CA_(2)particles in slags with C/A ratios of 1.8 and 3.8 as well as the melilite formed on the surface of CA_(2)particle.The formation of this layer during the dissolution process was identified as a hindrance,impeding the dissolution of CA_(2)particle.A valuable reference for designing or/and choosing the composition of top slag for clean steel production is provided,especially using calcium treatment during the secondary refining process.
文摘Baosteel Technical Research,a quarterly journal,which is issued domestically and abroad,is run and sponsored by Baoshan Iron & Steel Co.,Ltd.. Baosteel Technical Research mainly reports the achievements in technological innovation,academic research,new product development and industrial equipment improvement by Baosteel. It will continue to follow up on hot topics and serve the company's technological development and progress. Its readers include experts in steel metallurgy and related fields,technicians,management staff,professors and students in universities and colleges.
基金funded by the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan(Grant No.AP19680589).
文摘Using the software ANSYS-19.2/Explicit Dynamics,this study performedfinite-element modeling of the large-diameter steel pipeline cross-section for the Beineu-Bozoy-Shymkent gas pipeline with a non-through straight crack,strengthened by steel wire wrapping.The effects of the thread tensile force of the steel winding in the form of single rings at the crack edges and the wires with different winding diameters and pitches were also studied.The results showed that the strengthening was preferably executed at a minimum value of the thread tensile force,which was 6.4%more effective than that at its maximum value.The analysis of the influence of the winding dia-meters showed that the equivalent stresses increased by 32%from the beginning of the crack growth until the wire broke.The increment in winding diameter decelerated the disclosure of the edge crack and reduced its length by 8.2%.The analysis of the influence of the winding pitch showed that decreasing the distance between the winding turns also led to a 33.6%reduction in the length of the straight crack and a 7.9%reduction in the maximum stres-ses on the strengthened pipeline cross-section.The analysis of the temperature effect on the pipeline material,within a range from-40℃to+50℃,resulted in a crack length change of up to 5.8%.As the temperature dropped,the crack length decreased.Within such a temperature range,the maximum stresses were observed along the cen-tral area of the crack,which were equal to 413 MPa at+50℃and 440 MPa at-40℃.The results also showed that the presence of the steel winding in the pipeline significantly reduced the length of crack propagation up to 8.4 times,depending on the temperature effect and design parameters of prestressing.This work integrated the existing methods for crack localization along steel gas pipelines.
