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  • GREEN AND LOW-CARBON
    Structure of green and low-carbon heat treatment standard system
    Xu Yueming, Li Qiao, Gao Zhi, Luo Xinmin
    2022, 47(1):  1-6.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.001
    Abstract ( 102 )   PDF (693KB) ( 63 )  
    Focusing on a series of international and domestic policies and measures to deal with climate change, the concepts of “greenhouse gas”, “carbon peak”, “carbon neutralization” and “carbon trading” are introduced, and the sources and accounting methods of carbon emissions from heat treatment are discussed. According to the National Standardization Eevelopment Outline and the Action Plan for Carbon Peak Before 2030, it is proposed to build a green and low-carbon heat treatment standard system from four aspects as carbon emission accounting, management and evaluation, energy conservation and management, green and low-carbon heat treatment, heat treatment quality and production efficiency. It could also be taken as the main point of heat treatment standardization in the 14th five-year plan, to support and lead the green and low-carbon development of heat treatment industry.
    COLUMN
    Kinetics of chromium carbide precipitated in austenitic matrix of Fe-15Mn-4.5Si-10Cr-5Ni shape memory alloys
    Li Jiarui, Yang Zhongmin, Zhao Kai, Chen Ying, Cao Yanguang, Li Zhaodong
    2022, 47(1):  7-12.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.002
    Abstract ( 98 )   PDF (612KB) ( 69 )  
    As the main strengthening phase of austenite in Fe-15Mn-4.5Si-10Cr-5Ni shape memory alloy, the second phase particle Cr23C6 plays an important role in the shape memory properties. According to the classical grain boundary nucleation kinetics theory, the theoretical calculation of a series of related parameters including phase transition chemical free energy and interface energy of Cr23C6 and the selection principle of key parameters are analyzed and solved. This study proposes a relative quantitative theoretical method for calculating the precipitation of Cr23C6 in the austenitic matrix of Fe-15Mn-4.5Si-10Cr-5Ni shape memory alloys, that produces results consistent with experimental results. The calculated PTT curve (precipitation-temperature-time curve) can be used as a theoretical basis for the selection of aging treatment parameters of Fe-15Mn-4.5Si-10Cr-5Ni shape memory alloys.
    Continuous cooling transformation of austenite in Nb-V microalloyed high-grade pipeline steel
    Ma Qilin, Liu Gang, Zheng Jian, Yin Shubiao, Li Ba, Liu Qingyou
    2022, 47(1):  13-18.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.003
    Abstract ( 104 )   PDF (607KB) ( 56 )  
    Continuous cooling transformation behavior of subcooled austenite of three different Nb, V microalloyed high-grade pipeline steels with different composition was studied by using thermal simulation test machine, dynamic CCT curve was drawn, and three tested steels were analyzed and compared. The microstructure, microhardness value and dynamic CCT curve. The results show that the ratio of 0.05Nb-0.03V can increase the starting transformation temperature of polygonal ferrite, from 650-700 ℃ for Nb steel to 700-800 ℃, narrowing the temperature transition range of polygonal ferrite, and expanding bainite temperature transformation range of Nb steel is 400-650 ℃, and it is expanded to 350-680 ℃. At the same time, the polygonal ferrite phase transformation is suppressed, so that the pipeline steel can easily obtain the required bainite acicular ferrite structure.
    In-situ observation of austenite continuous cooling transformation characteristics of Cu-bearing steel
    Lü Jinyi, Zhang Yiwei, Luo Xiaobing, Yuan Xiaomin
    2022, 47(1):  19-24.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.004
    Abstract ( 85 )   PDF (606KB) ( 33 )  
    By using in-situ dynamic microstructure observation with high temperature confocal laser scanning microscope (HT-CLSM), and through identification of martensite relief and bainite relief under the dynamic view field, the microstructure transformation law and phase transformation point determination method of Cu-bearing steel austenite during continuous cooling were studied. The results show that as the cooling rate increases from 5 ℃/s to 20 ℃/s, the microstructure of the specimen gradually changes from bainite to lath martensite. During the dynamic observation process of HT-CLSM, the bainite formation rate is slow, and the growth process is accompanied by the “interlocking” phenomenon, resulting in shallow relief. As the cooling rate increases, the martensite relief produced has an explosive and staged trend, mostly in bundles and parallel distribution, and the martensite relief is deeper. When the cooling rate reaches to 20 ℃/s, by using the formation of bundled martensite under dynamic observation as the criterion, the Ms point is measured as 447.6 ℃. The microstructure is lath martensite at room temperature, meanwhile the microhardness is as high as 301 HV10, which is similar to the measurement result of other methods.
    Thermodynamic calculation of retained austenite content in Q&P steel
    Hou Yaqing, Zhang Yu, Yu Mingguang, Wang Jingjing, Yang Li, Su Hang
    2022, 47(1):  25-31.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.005
    Abstract ( 84 )   PDF (607KB) ( 40 )  
    Based on CALPHAD method, the diffusion model of Q&P steel during partitioning process was established, and a set of task flow for calculating the microstructure transformation of specific components under specific Q&P process was established. By calculating the martensite/retained austenite content in the primary quenching process of Q&P steel and the carbon enrichment of retained austenite in the partitioning process, combined with the built-in constitutive model of martensite transformation based on Gibbs free energy in Thermo-Calc software, the retained austenite content at room temperature was predicted. The model was used to calculate the retained austenite content at room temperature of steel grades (Fe-0.2C-1.28Mn-0.37Si-0.0018B, wt%) in the literature. The results show that the calculated martensite transformation temperature is 60 ℃ higher than the experimental data, and the calculated retained austenite content at room temperature is 4.41%, which is basically consistent with the experimental data, thus verifying the semi-quantitative nature of the calculation model. This model is used to further calculate and analyze the influence of carbon and manganese content and heat treatment system on the primary retained austenite content of AQT980 and AQT1180 steels. The calculation results show that the increase of carbon and manganese content can reduce the temperature of phase transformation points (A3, Ms, Mf) in steel. At a fixed quenching temperature, the increase of carbon content and manganese content in the steel can significantly increase the primary retained austenite content. When the contents of carbon and manganese are constant, the increase of primary quenching temperature will significantly increase the primary residual content.
    Effect of heat treatment process on microstructure and abrasive wear properties of dredging engineering ship steel
    Gao Yaping, Shi Zhongran, Jia Juan, Luo Xiaobing, Song Xinli
    2022, 47(1):  32-37.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.006
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    In order to improve the wear resistance of low-carbon low-alloy wear-resistant steel for dredging engineering ships, three kinds of heat treatment processes of quenching-tempering at 200 ℃ (Q-T), quenching-partitioning at 250 ℃ (Q-P), and cyclic heat treatment (CR) were carried out respectively on the tested steel. The microstructure and precipitated phase were analyzed by scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), the wear mass loss and the hardness were tested respectively by abrasive wear tester and hardness tester. The results show that after the quenching-tempering treatment, tempered martensite still with lath substructure and a small amount of carbides are obtained. Martensite and more retained austenite are obtained in the tested steel after quenching-partitioning. After cyclic heat treatment, the martensite laths in the tested steel disappear, and there are granular (Nb,Ti)C precipitates in the matrix. The hardness of the tested steel after quenching-tempering, quenching-partitioning and cyclic heat treatment is 39.5, 40.5, and 30.8 HRC, respectively, and the wear resistance of the tested steel is proportional to the hardness. The tested steel has the largest amount of wear mass loss and the worst wear resistance after cyclic heat treatment, while the tested steel has the second best wear resistance after quenched-tempering, and the tested steel has the best wear resistance after quenching-partitioning. For all the 3 groups of tested steel specimens, a large number of furrows appear on the surface of the specimens after abrasive wear, and the wear mechanism is mainly plastic deformation.
    Corrosive wear resistance of low alloy martensitic steel containing antimony
    Wang Xin, Liang Xiaokai, Sun Xinjun
    2022, 47(1):  38-43.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.007
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    Two martensitic steels containing 0%Sb and 0.2% Sb were analyzed to research the influence of the addition of Sb on the wear resistance under corrosive environment. The microstructure and corrosion products were characterized by OM and SEM. Then the hardness, mechanical properties and corrosive wear properties were tested. The results show that the tested steels have high tensile strength, high hardness and good impact performance at low temperature (-20 ℃), which can be over 1400 MPa, 40 HRC and 45 J respectively, while the steel containing 0.2%Sb has better corrosive wear resistance. The Sb addition improves the corrosion resistance of the steel in acidic high chloride ion and high sulfate ion environment, improving abrasion resistance as mechanical properties and hardness ensured.
    Solid solution treatment for improving cryogenic temperature toughness of Cr-Ni-Mo-Ti maraging stainless steel
    Qiu Xuyangfan, Yang Zhuoyue, Ding Yali
    2022, 47(1):  44-48.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.008
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    Microstructure, room temperature strength and cryogenic temperature toughness of 12Cr-10Ni-Mo-Ti maraging stainless steel after solution treatment at 1000 ℃, repeated low temperature solution treatment at 750 ℃ and aging at different temperature were investigated. The amount of retained austenite/reverse transformation austenite under different solution and aging treatment conditions were analyzed by using XRD. The precipitation and aging strengthening rules of reverse transformation austenite in different solution treatment processes were compared and analyzed. The results show that the Cr-Ni-Mo-Ti maraging stainless steel after solution treatment at 1000 ℃ and followed low temperature solution treatment at 750 ℃ forms austenite by α′→γ shear reverse transformation, which not only inherits the grain morphology and size of austenite, but also increases the martensitic transformation resistance and significantly reduces the formation temperature of reverse transformation austenite due to the high density of defects in austenite, resulting in 16.4% retained austenite after double solid solution treatment at 750 ℃, more than 30% retained austenite/reverse transformation austenite is formed after peak value aging at 460 ℃, and the impact absorbed energy at cryogenic temperature is extremely high, reaching above 80 J. Moreover, the high density of defect in austenite is inherited into the martensite, which enhances the aging strengthening effect. Therefore, the low temperature impact property is significantly improved without significantly reducing the tensile strength and yield strength.
    Effect of tempering temperature on microstructure and properties of a new generation transmission gear steel C61
    Dai Yanzhang, Han Shun, Li Yong, Zhou Min, Wang Chunxu
    2022, 47(1):  49-55.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.009
    Abstract ( 108 )   PDF (614KB) ( 39 )  
    Microstructure, carbide precipitation behavior and mechanical properties of C61 gear steel specimens after quenching at 1000 ℃ and tempering were studied by using SEM, TEM, XRD, microhardness tester, tensile testing machine and impact testing machine, etc. The results show that under the quenched and cryogenic conditions, the primary carbides in the tested steel are basically dissolved and the matrix is lath martensite. In this condition, the solid solution strengthening can provide a better basis for strengthening and toughening. When the tempering temperature is 420 ℃, the precipitated M3C cementite provides higher strength, but the presence of which has greater damage to the impact property. The M3C cementite will dissolve when tempered at 482 ℃, and the rod-shaped M2C carbides with a size of 10-20 nm are dispersed and precipitated in the lath martensite, which not only provides higher strength but also improves the impact property. With the increase of tempering temperature, a large amount of reverse-transformed austenite is formed which not only effectively improves the impact property but also makes the strength decrease more obviously, meanuhile, the M2C carbides become coarser and the strengthening effect of the second phase decreases. It can be concluded that the tested steel can achieve better matching of strength and toughness under the tempering condition of 482 ℃, at which the tensile strength is 1781 MPa, yield strength is 1546 MPa, impact absorbed energy is 97 J, and peak value hardness is 52 HRC.
    Effect of annealing after cold drawing on mechanical properties and recrystallization process of Monel 400 alloy wire
    Zhang Tao, Zheng Wenjie, Li Caiju
    2022, 47(1):  56-62.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.010
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    Tensile test of annealed Monel 400 alloy wire was carried out by using ETM105D electronic tensile testing machine, and the microstructure evolution, mechanical properties and their relationship of the cold drawn Monel 400 alloy wire after different annealing treatments were studied by using Matlab-MTEX software to calculate recrystallization volume fraction. The results show that the image obtained by processing EBSD data with Matlab-METX software can intuitively present the evolution of grain in the specimen after annealing treatment, and more accurate statistics of the volume fraction of recrystallization. Good plasticity and sufficient strength can be obtained by annealing at 825 ℃ for 20 min.
    Effect of heating temperature on oxide scale of 10CrNiCuSi steel
    Zhao Lei, Li Jianming, Mu Xiaobiao, Chai Xiyang, Chai Feng, Pan Tao
    2022, 47(1):  63-68.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.011
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    In order to improve the surface roughness of 10CrNiCuSi shipbuilding steel, the oxidation experiment at 1100-1300 ℃ under air condition was carried out in a resistance furnace. The exfoliation of the oxide scales was evaluated by bend tests. And the evolution of oxide scales at different temperature was studied. The results show that the oxidation rate and thickness of oxide layer increase with the increase of heating temperature. The scale of the tested steel is mainly composed of Fe2O3, Fe3O4, FeO and internal oxide layer, and the internal oxide layer consists of FeNiCu, Fe2SiO4 and FeO phases. The liquid eutectic Fe2SiO4/FeO products have a significant influence on the exfoliation of the oxide scales. At the conditions of 1100 ℃ and 1150 ℃, the Fe2SiO4 phases presented with granular or massive shape are dispersed in the internal FeO phases. The interface between the scale and the matrix is relatively straight and the scale is easily exfoliated. At the conditions of 1200, 1250 and 1300 ℃, the eutectic product of Fe2SiO4-FeO presents an anchor-like morphology, which is pinned to the interface of oxide scale and substrate resulting in rough bonding interface, and the anchor-like FeNiCu phases have a good bonding properties with substrate and the scale. The synergistic effects cause the oxide scale hard to exfoliate. Therefore, it is more appropriate to remove the oxide scales at 1100-1150 ℃.
    Application of Nb-V microalloyed high carbon steel in steel wire for flexible flat-top card clothing
    Zhuo Chengzhi, Gao Li, Gu Weihua, Yong Qilong, Lu Zhong
    2022, 47(1):  69-72.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.012
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    Changes of basic properties of the 72B steel wires before and after the addition of niobium were analyzed by comparing the microstructure, tensile curves, and number of bends before fracture of the steel wires. The results show that comparing with 72B steel wire, the grain size grade of the steel wire product with Nb addition increases from 12.5-13 to 14-14.5. At the same time, the yield strength increases by 20.7% from 1745.8 MPa to 2108 MPa, and the tensile strength increases by 14.4% from 1930.7 MPa to 2209.5 MPa. The bending test shows an increasement of 28.2% from 1041 to 1335 before the fracture. These improvements imply the possibility to have higher wear resistance and significant improvement in the life span of the flat top card clothing when the steel wire is applied in the operating environment. Such improvement has been verified by the field experiments, i.e., the life span of the flat top card clothing made of the new niobium microalloyed steel wire is improved by 30%.
    Effect of Co microalloying on microstructure and properties of M2 high speed steel
    Li Liangjun, Zhang Jiamin, Chi Hongxiao, Zhou Jian
    2022, 47(1):  73-78.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.013
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    Effect of Co microalloying on its tempered microstructure and properties of the M2 high speed steel was studied by means of Rockwell hardness tester, scanning electron microscope and transmission electron microscope. The results show that the microstructure of the two tested steels after tempering is tempered martensite+a small amount of retained austenite+carbides. The addition of 0.82% (mass fraction, the same below) Co makes the peak hardness of M2 high-speed steel increasing by about 0.3 HRC and the hot hardness of M2 high-speed steel after holding at 600 ℃ for 48 h increasing by about 0.8 HRC. It can be seen that Co microalloying has little effect on the improvement of hardness and hot hardness of M2 high-speed steel, but makes the bonding strength increasing by about 950 MPa, while slightly decrease of the toughness of M2 high-speed steel, which is a brittle fracture mode. Through the observation of carbides in the tested steel, it is found that the primary carbides precipitated in the two tested steels are mainly large particle MC and M6C carbides. After TEM analysis, it is found that the addition of 0.82%Co increases the number of long needle-like M2C secondary carbides precipitated in martensitic lath of the tested steel.
    MATERIALS RESEARCH
    Static softening analysis of 21Cr nickel saving duplex stainless steel during high temperature deformation process
    Cui Cong, Gao Fei, Gao Ye, Liu Zhenyu
    2022, 47(1):  79-87.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.014
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    Static softening behavior of 21Cr duplex stainless steel during high temperature deformation pass interval was studied by using thermal simulation. The effects of deformation temperature, strain rate and deformation degree on static recrystallization behavior and microstructure were discussed. The results show that the deformation conditions further affect the static softening behavior of duplex stainless steel by affecting the strain distribution in the two phases. With the increase of strain temperature and deformation degree, the strain in ferrite phase increases, and the recrystallization degree in ferrite increases, which causes the increase of static softening degree of duplex stainless steel. With the increase of strain rate, the variation of static softening rate is the same as that of strain assumed by austenite phase, which shows a trend of first decreasing and then increasing. The internal recrystallization degree of austenite is the lowest when the strain rate is 1 s-1. The activation energy of static recrystallization of the 21Cr duplex stainless steel is about 301 kJ/mol.
    Recrystallization behavior during hot rolling of high Nb-Ti non-oriented silicon steel for new energy vehicle
    Fan Hehe, Jin Zili, Ren Huiping, You Xinghua
    2022, 47(1):  88-93.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.015
    Abstract ( 68 )   PDF (607KB) ( 23 )  
    Microstructure evolution of high Nb-Ti non-oriented silicon steel for new energy vehicle at different heating temperatures was studied by using Zeiss microscope and Nano Measurer metallographic analysis software, the dissolved amounts of Nb and Ti at different heating temperatures were measured and analyzed by ICP-MS (Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry), and then the recrystallization behavior of the steel during hot rolling was studied by means of thermal simulation. The results show that the higher the heating temperature, the more significant the increase in the grain size, but the dissolved amounts of Nb and Ti only slightly increase. When heating at 1230 ℃ and deformed at 1100, 1050, 1000 ℃ respectively, the steel has no dynamic recrystallization behavior after single pass compression with deformation of 30% at strain rate of 0.1 s-1 or with deformation of 80% at strain rate of 1 s-1. However, when holding for more than 30 s after single pass compression of 40% at 1100 ℃ and 1050 ℃ respectively under strain rate of 1 s-1, static recrystallization behavior occurs and the microstructure of the steel is mostly isoaxial equiaxial grains, but the microstructure is mainly of elongated unrecrystallized grains when holding even for 50 s after deformation at 1000 ℃ with the same condition.
    Flow stress constitutive relationship and processing map of super duplex stainless steel 2507
    He Chan, Zou Dening, Zhao Jie, Chen Xingrun, Qian Zhangxin
    2022, 47(1):  94-99.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.016
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    Hot deformation behavior of super duplex stainless steel 2507 was investigated by using Gleeble-3800 thermal simulation testing machine under the conditions of hot deformation temperature of 950-1200 ℃ and strain rate of 0.01-10 s-1. And the microstructure evolution in different deformation processes was observed with the help of optical microscope. Based on the experimental data analysis, the flow stress constitutive relationship and processing maps of the super duplex stainless steel 2507 were established. The results show that the flow stress gradually decreases with the increase of deformation temperature and the decrease of strain rate, and the rheological curves appear as “yield-like platform” at a high strain rate. The activation energy of hot deformation and the stress index of the steel are 414.57 kJ·mol-1 and 5.18, respectively. The peak stress constitutive equation is ε·=3.69×1015[sinh(0.0101σ)]4.18exp-414.57RT. According to the microstructure analysis and processing maps, the optimized process range of the steel is the deformation temperature of 1060-1120 ℃ and the strain rate of 0.01-0.1 s-1.
    Effect of Ni content on continuous cooling transformation curves of EQ70 steel for marine engineering
    Tao Sufen, Wu Hao, Sun Guilin, Chen Long, Chen Bo
    2022, 47(1):  100-105.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.017
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    Thermal expansion curves of EQ70 steel for marine engineering with Ni content of 1.53%, 1.72%, 1.81% and 2.06% were measured by DIL805A thermal dilatometer at different cooling rates. Combined with microstructure and Vickers hardness, continuous cooling transformation curves of the steel were obtained. The results show that microstructure of the tested steels is all bainite when the cooling rate is below 0.5 ℃/s, while microstructure is all transformed into martensite as the cooling rate is above 2 ℃/s. With the increase of Ni content, Ac3 of the tested steel changes little, Ac1 and Ms decrease, the temperature range of bainite transformation decreases, the cooling rate range of bainite transformation expands, and the morphology of bainite also changes, but the morphology of martensite is almost unchanged.
    Stress relaxation mechanism of 1Cr18Ni9 steel helical compression spring
    Nong Xin, Gao Jinzhong, Wu Junwu, Shi Chunsheng, Zhao Naiqin
    2022, 47(1):  106-112.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.018
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    In order to find the main reasons for the excellent resistance to stress relaxation of helical compression spring made of 1Cr18Ni9 austenitic stainless steel, stress relaxation tests at 100, 140, 180, and 220 ℃ were carried out. It is found that the free length of the spring changes little after relaxation test, butthe inflection point between the first stage and the second stage is not obvious during the process of relaxation at 100 ℃, which can be attributed to the difference in relaxation mechanism at different temperatures. Besides, the plastic deformation in 1Cr18Ni9 austenitic stainless steel helical compression spring is mainly multi-slip of dislocation under 100 ℃, but the plastic deformation occurs in a combination way of multiple slip and twinning at elevated temperatures.
    High temperature plastic deformation behavior of 0Cr19Mn21Ni2N high nitrogen steel for non-magnetic drilling collar
    Wang Yinghu, Zheng Huaibei, Song Lingxi, Bai Qingqing, Yao Bin, Wang Liwei
    2022, 47(1):  113-119.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.019
    Abstract ( 154 )   PDF (573KB) ( 20 )  
    High temperature tensile test of 0Cr19Mn21Ni2N high nitrogen austenitic stainless steel for non-magnetic drilling collar was conducted by using Gleeble-2000 thermal simulation testing machine, the tensile fracture and the microstructure nearby the fracture were analyzed by means of SEM and EDS, the phase transformation and precipitated phases were calculated by using Thermo-Calc software, and then the high temperature plastic deformation behavior of the steel was studied. The results show that the brittle zone I of the tested steel is higher than 1150 ℃ and brittle zone III is in the range of 800-950 ℃, and the brittle zone II is not observed. The appearance of the brittle zone I is mainly caused by the transformation of the tested steel from γ to δ ferrite during the heating process. The brittle zone III is caused by M2(C, N) precipitates and Al2O3 inclusions. With the increase of temperature, the high temperature tensile strength of the tested steel gradually decreases. The reduction of area shows excellent thermoplasticity in the range of 1000-1150 ℃ and gradually decreases after the temperature exceeds 1150 ℃. The hot forging temperature of the 0Cr19Mn21Ni2N high nitrogen austenitic stainless steel should be selected between 1000 ℃ and 1150 ℃, the reduction of area in this temperature range is all above 73%, and the brittle zone I and III can be avoided.
    Effect of rare earth Ce on high temperature oxidation behavior of 310S austenitic heat-resistant stainless steel
    Jiao Junhong, Li Xin, Liu Zhenyu
    2022, 47(1):  120-124.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.020
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    High-temperature oxidation behavior of 310S austenitic heat-resistant stainless steel with different rare earth Ce contents was systematically studied by means of thermogravimetric analysis. The oxidation mass gain of the tested steel at same temperature was analyzed by the oxidation mass gain curve. The cross-section structure and element distribution of oxidation film were characterized by field emission electron probe (EPMA), and the phase composition of oxidation film was analyzed by means of X-ray diffraction (XRD). The results show that in the early stage of cyclic oxidation, the high temperature oxidation mass gain curve of the tested steel conforms the parabolic law. The oxide film of the tested steel is composed of an outer layer of (Cr,Mn)3O4 “spinel” oxide and an inner layer of Cr2O3 oxide. An appropriate amount of rare earth element Ce can promote the release of stress at the oxide/substrate interface, while reduce and delay the formation of voids at the oxide film and substrate interface, thereby improving the spalling resistance of the oxide film.
    Effect of Ti micro-alloying on microstructure and properties of 22MnB5 hot press forming steel
    Zhu Henan, Chen Gang, Yang Jiawei, Zhang Zhijian
    2022, 47(1):  125-129.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.021
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    Through thermal expansion test, microstructure analysis and hardness test, the effect of cooling rate and Ti element on the phase transformation temperature, microstructure, precipitated phase and hardness of two 22MnB5 hot forming steels was analyzed, and then the CCT curves was obtained. The results show that the microstructure of the tested steels are composed of ferrite and pearlite when the cooling rate is lower than 5 ℃/s; bainites appear when the cooling rate reaches 5 ℃/s, and the transformation products are totally martensites when the cooling rate reaches 30 ℃/s. Ti micro-alloying deceases the Ms temperature, and the precipitation of Ti(C, N) phase refines the austenite grain size and therefore the lath martensites, which improves the strength of the tested steel by the effects of precipitation strengthening and fine grain strengthening.
    MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES
    Effect of cooling condition on microstructure and properties of friction stir welded joints of 5E83 aluminum alloy
    Li Ang, Gao Kunyuan, Wen Shengping, Huang Hui, Nie Zuoren
    2022, 47(1):  130-134.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.022
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    Effect of water-cooling and air-cooling condition on microstructure and properties of the friction stir welded (FSW) joints of 5E83 aluminum alloy at rotation speed of 400, 800, 1200 r/min was investigated by means of optical microscope, scanning electron microscope (SEM), electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD), microhardness test and tensile test. The results show that compared with air-cooling condition, the flash of friction stir welded joints under water-cooling condition and the onion ring formation area reduce, while the hardness of the weld nugget area is significantly improved. When the rotation speed is 800 r/min compared with air-cooling, the tensile strength of the joint under water-cooling is improved, the joint efficiency is increased by 11%, the hardness is increased by 11%, and the average grain size of the weld nugget area is reduced by 43%. However, the fracture dimples of the joint under the air cooling condition are large and deep, and the plasticity is better, while the fracture dimples under the water-cooling condition are small and shallow, and the plasticity decreases.
    Microstructure of stir zone in friction stir welded joint of Al-Zn-Mg-Cu aluminum alloy thick plate
    Qiang Fei, Wang Wen, Zhang Ting, Yang Juan, Cai Jun, Wang Kuaishe
    2022, 47(1):  135-141.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.023
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    By using FSW (friction stir welding) technology, a 20 mm thick Al-Zn-Mg-Cu aluminum alloy plate was welded, and then the temperature distribution of the welded joints and the microstructure inhomogeneity in the stir zone along thickness direction were studied by using thermocouple, electron backscatter diffraction technology and transmission electron microscope. The results show that the peak welding temperature gradually decreases along the thickness direction. At 10 mm from the center of weld, the welding peak temperature on the surface of plate is maximum of 430 ℃, and that on the bottom surface of the plate is minimum of 302 ℃. The temperature gradient is the main reason that the grain size gradually decreases along the thickness direction. The grain refinement is the result of the combined effects of continuous dynamic recrystallization, discontinuous dynamic recrystallization and geometric dynamic recrystallization. There is no obvious preferred orientation of grains in the stir zone, and the precipitates in this zone are dissolved and then precipitated, and the precipitates are mainly η′ phase.
    Microstructure and mechanical properties of 55%SiCp/2024Al composite during aging process
    Cui Yan, Dong Heqian, Cao Leigang, Yang Yue, Meng Yi
    2022, 47(1):  142-148.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.024
    Abstract ( 64 )   PDF (573KB) ( 26 )  
    Effect of aging treatment on microstructure and mechanical properties of 55vol%SiCp/2024Al composite prepared by hot-isostatic pressing (HIP) process and using SiC particles with average size of 12 μm and 2024 aluminum alloy powders with average size of 19 μm, was studied. The results show that there is a compact structure and good bonding between SiC and aluminum alloy of the HIP processed SiCp/2024Al composite. The SiCp/2024Al composite exhibits “double-peak phenomenon” in the aging treatment process. In comparison, the maximum hardness of the aged SiCp/2024Al composite arrives earlier than that for the 2024Al alloy, and the main strengthening phases in the matrix are θ″ phase and S″ phase. Compared with as-sintered composite, the hardness and bending strength of the aged composite are improved from 255 HBW to 281 HBW and from 633 MPa to 747 MPa, respectively.
    Microstructure and mechanical properties of high strength and toughness hot die steel SR19
    Hu Tao, Wu Riming, Li Fangjie, Xiang Shaosong, Huang Shan
    2022, 47(1):  149-155.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.025
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    Microstructure and mechanical properties of hot die steel SR19 under different quenching and tempering processes were studied and compared with H13 steel by means of impact test, hardness test, microstructure observation and fracture analysis. The results show that when quenching at 960-1060 ℃, the hardness of SR19 steel is 3-4 HRC higher than that of H13 steel. When tempered at higher than 540 ℃, the hardness of SR19 steel is 0.5-1.0 HRC higher than that of H13 steel at the same tempering temperature, meanwhile, the impact absorbed energy of SR19 steel is 40-50 J higher than that of H13 steel. The addition of Mo and W increases the amount of nano-precipitated phase, improves the temper softening resistance, and makes the dimple of impact fracture smaller. The optimum heat treatment process of the tested steel is oil quenched at 1020 ℃, tempered at 560-600 ℃, by which the optimum hardness is 50.9-54.8 HRC.
    Effect of tempering time on mechanical properties and microstructure of high strength anti-seismic fire-resistant steel plate
    Lu Chunxiang, Lin Tianzi, Cao Jianchun, Gao Peng, Zhan Fang, Liu Xing
    2022, 47(1):  156-162.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.026
    Abstract ( 97 )   PDF (570KB) ( 39 )  
    Effect of tempering at 600 ℃ for different time on mechanical properties, microstructure and precipitation behavior of a 690 MPa grade high strength anti-seismic fire-resistant steel sheet was studied by means of OM, SEM, TEM, tensile test and impact test. The results show that different tempering time has an important influence on mechanical properties and microstructure of the fire-resistant steel plates. When tempered at 600 ℃, the strength of the fire-resistant steel plate decreases slightly, but the elongation increases and the yield ratio decreases, which improves its comprehensive mechanical properties, meanwhile, the low temperature impact absorbed energy decreases with the extension of tempering time. The optimum tempering time is 15 min, by which the yield strength, the hardness and the impact absorbed energy at -40 ℃ of the tested steel plate are 976 MPa, 396 HV and 164 J, respectively, and the microstructure is composed of bainite, ferrite and a small amount of martensite. There are dislocations and fine precipitates in both martensite and ferrite, the precipitated phase is Nb-rich Nb and Ti composite carbides, which plays a role of precipitation strengthening. When the tempering time extends to 60 min, a large number of fine composite carbides containing Nb, Ti and Mo are precipitated, but the precipitation strengthening is not capable of making up for the strength loss caused by ferrite. Therefore, in the process of tempering at the same temperature, the tensile strength and hardness decrease with the extension of tempering time.
    Effect of solution treatment on microstructure and properties of Cu-Cr-Zr alloy
    Ma Yuxia, Dang Shue, Chen Huiqin
    2022, 47(1):  163-166.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.027
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    Hot-rolled Cu-1.0Cr-0.1Zr alloy was solid-solution treated in a resistance furnace at different temperatures for different holding time. The microstructure and properties of the solution treated alloy were examined and the effect of solution temperature and holding time on microstructure and properties of the alloy were analyzed. The results show that the microstructure and properties of the alloy after solution treatment are affected by recovery, recrystallization, undissolved particle resolution and grain growth. As the solid solution temperature rises, the hardness of the alloy first drops sharply, and then continues to rise, while the electrical conductivity continues to drop. with the extension of solution time, the hardness of the alloy increases parabolically and tends to be flat, while the change in conductivity is the opposite. When solution treatment at 950 ℃ for 120 min, the solution is basically completed, and the hardness is 58.9 HBS and the conductivity is 50%IACS.
    Effect of homogenizing temperature on microstructure and mechanical properties of K465 superalloy
    Wang Shusen, Wang Zhenjiang, Gao Mingyuan, Chai Hongyu, Cao Xi, Sang Zhiru
    2022, 47(1):  167-171.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.028
    Abstract ( 80 )   PDF (572KB) ( 31 )  
    Effect of homogenizing temperature on microstructure and mechanical properties of K465 nickel-based superalloy was studied by microstructure observation and mechanical properties tast of the K465 alloy homogenized at different temperatures. The results show that when homogenized at 1160 ℃, the size of γ′ phase is larger than that of the as-cast. When homogenized near the solid solution temperature of γ′ phase (1210 ℃), the volume fraction of γ′ in the alloy is approximately 54% with uniform size and high cube degree. The γ′ is dispersed and distributed in the form of small particles, and a cellular structure appears in the microstructure homogenized at 1260 ℃. The dendrite segregation of the alloy decreases and the carbides gradually change from a developed framework to short rods and blocks as the homogenizing temperature increases. The alloy has the best comprehensive properties when homogenized at 1210 ℃ for 4 h.
    High temperature mechanical properties of Mn18Cr18N high nitrogen austenitic stainless steel
    Wang Yinghu, Zheng Huaibei, Bai Qingqing, Song Lingxi, Hu Jin, Huang Bo
    2022, 47(1):  172-177.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.029
    Abstract ( 46 )   PDF (576KB) ( 18 )  
    High temperature mechanical properties of the Mn18Cr18N high nitrogen austenitic stainless steel were studied, with the high temperature tensile test being carried out by Gleeble-2000 thermal simulation testing machine, the fracture morphology and vicinity microstructure of the tensile specimens being observed by scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive spectrometer, and the phase transformation and precipitated phases of the tested steel being studied by Thermo-Calc calculation. The results show that the corresponding temperature of brittle zone Ⅰ of the tested steel is higher than 1200 ℃, and that of brittle zone Ⅲ is 850-950 ℃, while the brittle zone Ⅱ does not appear. The appearance of the brittle zone Ⅰ is mainly caused by the transformation from γ austenite to δ ferrite during heating process of the tested steel, and that of the brittle zone Ⅲ is caused by the intergranular hard and brittle precipitated phases such as M23C6 and M2(C, N). With the increase of tensile test temperature, the tensile strength of the tested steel decreases. The reduction of area gradually increases in the temperature range of 1000-1200 ℃ and shows excellent thermoplasticity, which is above 70%. While when the temperature exceeds 1200 ℃, the reduction of area decreases sharply. The hot forging temperature of the Mn18Cr18N high nitrogen austenitic stainless steel should be selected between 1000 ℃ and 1150 ℃, during which the reduction of area of the tested steel is above 70%, and the brittle zones Ⅰ and Ⅲ can be avoided.
    NUMERICAL SIMULATION
    Temperature uniformity of aluminum plate during double-sided jet heating and roller swing
    Zhao Yantao, Jiang Zeyi, Zhang Xinru, Wang Dijie
    2022, 47(1):  178-184.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.030
    Abstract ( 49 )   PDF (570KB) ( 22 )  
    Based on the heating process of aluminum plates in a roller-hearth quenching furnace, in view of the coupling problem of the double-sided multi-nozzle gas jet heat transfer and internal heat conduction of the plate, a mathematical model of jet heating process of the plate was established, and the influence of nozzle arrangement, hot air flow, aluminum plate thickness, and swinging period of roller-hearth on the surface heat transfer and the temperature uniformity of the plate was studied. The results show that the heat transfer effect of vertical jet of the nozzle is better than that of the inclined jet. When the nozzles at the vertical jet are staggered with 1/4 pitch, the surface temperature uniformity of the aluminum plate is the best. The uneven surface temperature of the aluminum plate caused by the jet flow is mainly concentrated in the early stage of heating, which is easy to cause deformation of the plate, and especially significant for the thin plate. A smaller hot air flow and a shorter swing period of roller-hearth can be used to improve the uniformity of surface temperature of the aluminum plate and reduce stress and strain of the material.
    SURFACE ENGINEERING
    Microstructure and properties of WTaTiVCr high-entropy alloy layer on tungsten surface
    Han Xiaohu, Tian Linhai, Wang Zhenxia, Huang Tianyang, Zheng Jiasheng, Wang Juzhuang, Tang Bing, Wu Yucheng
    2022, 47(1):  185-191.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.031
    Abstract ( 69 )   PDF (578KB) ( 26 )  
    WTaTiVCr high-entropy alloy composite metalized layer on the surface of tungsten was prepared by using double-glow plasma metalizing technology and adjusting the metalizing temperature, then the microstructure composition, mechanical properties, wear resistance and corrosion resistance of the metalized layer were analyzed by means of SEM, EDS, XRD, microhardness tester, reciprocating friction test and electrochemical corrosion test. The results show that when the metalizing temperature is 1150 ℃ and the voltage difference between the source and the cathode is 400 V, a composite metalized layer containing a diffusion layer and a deposition layer can be obtained, and the atomic fraction of each element in the diffusion layer area is W0.38Ta0.14Ti0.2V0.2Cr0.08, where the phase structure is a single-phase BCC structure, that meets the requirements of high-entropy alloys. At the same time, the surface hardness of the metalized layer reaches about 1400 HV0.2, which is greatly improved compared to pure tungsten due to the strengthening mechanisms of solid solution strengthening and lattice distortion. In addition, the average friction coefficient of the metalized layer is 0.447, the wear rate is 3.43×10-8 mm3/(N·mm), and the corrosion rate is 3.87 mg/(m2·h), which possesses a certain degree of wear resistance and corrosion resistance. In summary, the WTaTiVCr high-entropy alloy layer prepared by double-glow technology on the surface of tungsten can effectively improve the mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of the W substrate.
    Effect of aluminizing and oxidation treatment on microstructure and mechanical properties of CLAM steel
    Zhao Xiaojun, Liang Xiao, Cai Zhenyang, Xiao Lairong
    2022, 47(1):  192-196.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.032
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    The aluminide coating was prepared on the surface of CLAM steel substrate by a suitable aluminizing and oxidation, then the microstructure and mechanical properties, especially the phase composition changes of the coatings before and after aluminizing and oxidation treatment were studied by means of XRD, EPMA, SEM, nanoindenter and room temperature tensile testing machine, as well the hardness changes and fracture mechanism of tensile fracture were analyzed in detail. The results show that after aluminizing and oxidation treatment, an aluminide coating composing of a 30.8 μm thick layer of FeAl phase and a 70.7 μm thick layer of α-Fe(Al) solid solution is formed on the surface of the CLAM steel. The hardness of the coating is up to 834.7 HV for the outermost FeAl phase, and gradually decreases to 315.1 HV from the outside to the inside, while the hardness inside the steel substrate rises slightly. The tensile strength of CLAM steel before and after aluminizing and oxidation is 581.38 MPa and 555.83 MPa, respectively, and the elongation after fracture is 30% and 28%, respectively. The fracture mode is changed from ductile fracture before aluminizing and oxidation to quasi-cleavage fracture. After aluminizing and oxidation, the tensile property of the CLAM steel is degraded and the crack sources are prone to be generated at the surface coating to accelerate the material fracture, which is due to the grain size increasing and the secondary phase particle aggregation caused by the aluminizing and oxidation treatment.
    Biological corrosion behavior of nitriding layer of Ti-6Al-4V alloy
    Jiang Xueting, Liu Gang, Zhou Xian, Xiao Feiyan, Liu Jing, Yang Feng
    2022, 47(1):  197-201.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.033
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    Surface nitriding of the Ti-6Al-4V alloy was carried out by vacuum induction rapid nitriding technology, and the specimens before and after nitriding were placed in SBF solution to explore its corrosion resistance. The nitriding layer was characterized by means of Vickers hardness tester, metallographic microscope, electrochemical workstation, optical 3D surface profilometer, scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The results show that the thickness of nitriding layer in Ti-6Al-4V alloy reaches 20 μm after vacuum induction nitriding treatment at 820 ℃. And the hardness of nitriding layer is obviously improved. Meanwhile, the surface roughness of the sample increases after induction nitriding. Electrochemical tests show that the corrosion resistance of the Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy is enhanced obviously after induction nitriding.
    Preparation technology of laser clad Fe-based coating for shield sealing runway repair
    Lu Qingliang, Wang Jing, Qi Xiaoxia, Li Yanle, Li Fangyi
    2022, 47(1):  202-211.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.034
    Abstract ( 77 )   PDF (650KB) ( 27 )  
    To explore the effect of laser cladding remanufacturing on repair of the wear scar of the shield machine sealing runway, the Fe-based self-fusible alloy coating (Fe55) was prepared on 42CrMo steel substrate by powder feeding laser cladding process. Based on the L16(43) orthogonal experiment, the effects of laser power, cladding rate and over lap rate on surface morphology, cross section characteristic parameters, dilution rate, microstructure and hardness of the coating were investigated. The results of range analysis show that the dilution rate increases with the increase of laser power and cladding rate, among which the laser power has the greatest influence on coating hardness, and the maximum coating hardness is about 2.16 times of the matrix hardness. Fe-based coating can significantly reduce the friction coefficient of the matrix and has excellent wear resistance. Its wear volume is 1.09×10-2 mm3 lower than that of the matrix. The main wear mechanism is abrasive wear and fatigue wear.
    Application of plasma hardening process for 316L stainless steel valve inner parts
    Zhang Pengqi, Shang Hongbao, Li Li, Zhou Zhiqiang
    2022, 47(1):  212-216.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.035
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    316L austenitic stainless steel was treated by plasma nitriding (PN) and plasma carbonitriding(PNC) processes. The infiltration layer thickness, microhardness, corrosion resistance, surface roughness and deformation of the steel were discussed and analyzed by means of metallographic microscope, microhardness tester, electrochemical workstation, roughness detector and trilinear coordinates measuring instrument. The results show that plasma carbonitriding can produce infiltration layer with good hardness distribution, which can improve the corrosion resistance of the 316L steel. Plasma carbonitriding technology can be applied as surface hardening treatment of 316L steel valve internals, which can significantly improve the surface hardness under the condition of ensuring the size matching tolerance of parts.
    PROCESS RESEARCH
    Effect of aging temperature on microstructure and mechanical properties of Ti-5Al-4Zr-10Mo-3Cr titanium alloy
    Tan Jiao, Zhang Boyan, Zhu Wenguang, Sun Qiaoyan
    2022, 47(1):  217-225.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.036
    Abstract ( 69 )   PDF (651KB) ( 20 )  
    Precipitation behavior and mechanical properties of secondary α phase (αs) in the Ti-5Al-4Zr-10Mo-3Cr alloy after solution treatment in β phase region (at 880 ℃) and aging at different temperatures (540-620 ℃) were studied. The results show that with the aging temperature increasing from 540 ℃ to 620 ℃, the thickness of precipitated αs increases from 0.030 μm to 0.142 μm, the yield strength decreases from 1353 MPa to 1074 MPa, and the elongation after fracture increases from 2.5% to 11.4%. This indicates that the micro-scaled αs precipitated by aging can regulate the mechanical properties of the alloy. In addition, with the increase of aging temperature, the tensile fracture of the alloy changes from intergranular brittle fracture to dimple transgranular ductile fracture. The thickness of the α precipitation in the Ti-5Al-4Zr-10Mo-3Cr alloy is greater than 0.1 μm, which brings about the elongation after fracture larger than 6%. When the aging temperature is 600 ℃, the hardness, tensile strength and elongation after fracture are 387 HV10, 1182 MPa and 8.5% respectively, possessing good combination of strength and ductility.
    Effect of heat treatment process on microstructure and properties of 4Cr3Mo2Si1V steel
    Cai Zhuwen, Li Ling, Shen Yutao, Wu Xiaochun
    2022, 47(1):  226-232.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.037
    Abstract ( 67 )   PDF (646KB) ( 18 )  
    Continuous cooling transformation (CCT) diagram of hot work die steel 4Cr3Mo2Si1V was measured by thermal dilatometry. Mechanical properties and microstructure of the steel under different quenching and tempering processes were studied. The results show that the critical cooling rates of pearlite and bainite of the steel are 0.03 ℃·s-1 and 0.8 ℃·s-1, respectively. Through quenching test, it is found that the steel has high hardness after oil quenching at 1030 ℃ and 1060 ℃, and the grain size does not grow obviously. The hardness of the steel increases firstly and then decreases with the increase of tempering temperature, reaching peak value of about 57 HRC at 500 ℃ due to a high volume fraction and density of second phase particles precipitate which enhances the precipitation strengthening effect and results in the secondary hardening phenomenon. After quenching at 1030 ℃ and tempering at 600 ℃, the average impact absorbed energy of the steel reaches the maximum value of 265 J, as well as the hardness remains 52 HRC. By evaluating the combination of strength and toughness, the optimal heat treatment process of the 4Cr3Mo2Si1V steel is quenching at 1030 ℃ for 30 min with oil cooling and then tempering twice at 600 ℃ for 2 h with air cooling.
    Effect of solution temperature and cold deformation on microstructure and low temperature impact properties of S32750 duplex stainless steel tube
    Wang Man, Shen Qiang, Luo Youxin, Nai Qiliang, Wang Baoshun, Wu Minghua, Zhu Xiongming
    2022, 47(1):  233-238.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.038
    Abstract ( 58 )   PDF (649KB) ( 20 )  
    Microstructure and impact absorbed energy of the S32750 duplex stainless steel tube were studied by means of metallographic microscope, scanning electron microscope and impact test. The effect of solution temperature and cold deformation on the low-temperature impact absorbed energy and microstructure of the S32750 stainless steel tube was analyzed. The results show that the roundness coefficient of γ phase increases from 7.10 to 27.25 with the increase of cold deformation from 30% to 60%, and the impact absorbed energy at low temperature gradually increases, especially which at -46 ℃ increases by about 2 times, together with the change of the impact fracture morphology. The proportion of γ phase decreases with the increase of heat treatment temperature from 1060 ℃ to 1120 ℃, and the impact absorbed energy at low temperature decreases, especially which at -40 ℃ decreases by 53.4%.
    Optimization of heat treatment process of spray-formed 7055 high strength aluminum alloy and its application
    Wang Jiahui, Chen Wenhao, Zhang Yu, Jiang Zhuoao, Wang Qinghang, Zhao Lingyu
    2022, 47(1):  239-244.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.039
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    Based on the spray-formed 7055 aluminum alloy after twice extrusion treatment, the microstructure and properties of the tested alloy under different aging processes were studied by means of SEM, optical microscope, hardness tester and tensile testing machine. The results show that compared with the single-stage aging process, after two-stage aging treatment at 120 ℃ for 6 h and at 160 ℃ for 2 h, the precipitates are uniformly distributed in the matrix with shape of short rod, which the average size along the length and width direction is 500 nm and 10 nm, respectively, and the aging peak hardness is 196.4 HV0.05. The tensile strength of the tested alloy treated by two-stage aging process at 298, 398, 498 and 598 K is 855, 792, 688 and 360 MPa, respectively, and the elongation after fracture is 14%, 11%, 9% and 8%, respectively. The spray-formed 7055 aluminum alloy treated by the two-stage aging treatment process is applied to the preparation of hub fastener products, and is subjected to sulfuric acid anodizing treatment, which can make the fastener specimens have high strength, high hardness and high corrosion resistance at the same time, and it is expected to be more widely used.
    Influence of annealing and annealing-aging process on microstructure and mechanical properties of hot-rolled medium manganese steel
    Bai Shaobin, Xiao Wentao, Niu Weiqiang, Liang Wei, Li Dazhao
    2022, 47(1):  245-249.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.040
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    The annealing and annealing-aging processes are employed to control the austenite volume fraction,austenite stability, and VC precipitates in hot-rolled Fe-10.2Mn-0.41C-2.2Al-0.6V medium manganese steel to optimize the mechanical property combination, respectively. The results show that the yield strength, tensile strength and total elongation of the annealed-aged medium manganese steel are obviously improved. A large amount of nano VC particles are the main factor for increasing the yield strength.
    Effect of cold rolling reduction rate on microstructure, texture and deep drawing properties of IF steel
    Xu Feng, Xiao Ying, Chen Qian, Deng Changchun, Sun Xiaohan
    2022, 47(1):  250-254.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.041
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    Simulated continuous annealing test of the IF steel with different cold rolling reduction rates was carried out to study the effect of cold rolling reduction rate on the microstructure, texture evolution and deep drawing properties during the cold rolling-annealing process. The results show that initial grains are elongated after cold rolling, and the specimen has strong α-orientation line texture and γ-orientation line texture. The maximum value of polar density of α-orientation line texture increases from 7.7 to 13.1 with the increase of the reduction rate (65%, 72%, 80%). Complete recrystallization occurs after simulated continuous annealing, and uniform equiaxed crystals of 15.6, 18.8, and 17.6 μm are generated at 65%, 72% and 80% cold rolling reduction rates, respectively. After simulated continuous annealing, the α-orientation line texture is eliminated, and the γ- orientation line texture does not change much. The maximum value of polar density transfers to γ-orientation line, which slightly increases from 7.8 to 8.6 as the reduction rate increases. The deep drawing properties of the specimen with different reduction rates is good after simulated continuous annealing. As the reduction rate increases, r- increases from 1.77 to 2.17, Δr decreases from 0.54 to 0.02, n- decreases from 0.284 to 0.272.
    Effect of annealing temperature on mechanical properties of Al/IF steel multilayer composites with high rolling ductility
    Wang Ming, Li Wenjin, Zhang Xu, Cheng Lili, Xu Yang
    2022, 47(1):  255-260.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.042
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    Al/IF steel multilayer composites were prepared by roll-bonding, and then annealed at 300-450 ℃. The microstructure and mechanical properties of the as-rolled and as-annealed Al/IF steel multilayer composites were analyzed. The results show that the tensile strength of the roll-bonded Al/IF steel multilayer composites is between that of pure Al and IF steel, and the total extension at fracture is relatively low, while the hardness of botn Al layer and IF steel layer after annealing are higher than that of raw mateial. As the annealing temperature increases, the tensile strength gradually decreases, and the total extension at fracture increases first and then decreases. When annealed at 350 ℃, the comprehensive mechanical properties of the composites are the best. The effect of annealing temperature on the mechanical properties of the Al/IF steel multilayer composites is mainly reflected in the effect on the Al layer.
    Effect of discharge temperature during annealing at 750 ℃ on microstructure and properties of QT450-10 nodular cast iron
    Gao Yongwang, Kong Xiangling, Li Pengming, Liu Yue
    2022, 47(1):  261-265.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.043
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    Effect of the discharge temperature on pearlite content, cementite morphology, tensile strength and hardness of the QT450-10 nodular cast iron annealed at 750 ℃ was studied by means of optical microscope and scanning electron microscope. The results show that the microstructure of the nodular cast iron samples are composed of ferrite, globular graphite, graphite particles and a small amount of cementite under different discharge temperatures of the annealing process. Due to the decomposition of pearlite, the residue of cementite and the formation of graphite particles, the tensile strength and Brinell hardness of the samples decrease about 7% and 13% respectively when the discharge temperature is 750 ℃. Due to the decomposition of residual cementite and the growth of graphite particles when the discharge temperature decreases, the tensile strength and hardness decrease. When the discharge temperature is 100 ℃, the tensile strength and Brinell hardness decrease about 10% and 20%, respectively.
    Effect of heat treatment process on microstructure and properties of base steel 30Cr4MoNiV for bi-metal band saw blade
    Chen Gang, Yao Yuanchao, Jia Yuzhen, Su Bin, Liu Guoyue, Zeng Bin
    2022, 47(1):  266-270.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.044
    Abstract ( 75 )   PDF (646KB) ( 15 )  
    Microstructure and mechanical properties of 30Cr4MoNiV steel used for bi-metal band saw blade after quenching at 1150-1190 ℃ and tempering at 520-640 ℃ were investigated by means of scanning electron microscope (SEM), Rockwell hardness tester and universal testing machine, and the fatigue properties of the 30Cr4MoNiV steel were tested by bending fatigue test and cutting test. The results show that the suitable quenching temperature of the 30Cr4MoNiV steel is 1190 ℃, at which the alloying elements are fully dissolved and the resulted martensite structure is uniform and fine; the optimal tempering temperature is 600 ℃, at which the microstructure is tempering sorbite. After quenching at 1190 ℃ and tempering at 600 ℃ for three times, the product of strength and elongation of the 30Cr4MonIV steel is 15.64 GPa·%, the bending fatigue performance increases from 3745 to 5270 times, and the sawing fatigue performance is 25.6% higher than that of imported CDW steel.
    Heat treatment process for 26CrMo4 steel
    Zhu Lin, Cheng Xianglong, Zou Xiyang
    2022, 47(1):  271-275.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.045
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    Phase transformation temperature of 26CrMo4 steel was tested by using Gleeble-1500 thermal simulator, and then the steel was water quenched at 910 ℃ and tempered at 400-740 ℃. The microstructure and mechnical properties of the as-rolled as well as the quenched and tempered 26CrMo4 steel were tested by means of OM, tensile test, hardness test and impact test. The results indicate that the 26CrMo4 steel has very good hardenability, and can obtain martensite microstructure with fine and uniform prior austenite grain by water quenching at 910 ℃. The strength and hardness of the steel decrease as the tempering temperature increases, and the decrease rate for the tensile strength are 1.685, 1.500 and 2.822 MPa/℃ respectively when tempered at 400-600 ℃, 600-640 ℃ and 640-730 ℃. The impact property of the steel increases as the tempering temperature increases. The impact absorbed energy at 0 ℃ reaches the maximum value of 227 J when tempering at 700 ℃ and then remains almost unchanged when tempering temperature further increases to 730 ℃. In addition, the 26CrMo4 steel has very good cryogenic impact properties when tempered at 640 ℃ and 700 ℃, where the -70 ℃ impact absorbed energy are 81 J and 110 J, respectively.
    Effect of subcritical quenching on wear resistance of NiCrMo-3 surfacing layer
    Wu Bin, Wu Jinrong, Chai Hui, Li Yongkun
    2022, 47(1):  276-280.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.046
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    Effect of subcritical quenching on microstructure, mechanical properties and wear resistance of the NiCrMo-3 surfacing layer was studied. The results show that the grain size of the surfacing layer after subcritical quenching is smaller and flocculent structured which composes of intermetallic compounds as CrO2 and NiFe2O4 on surface and interstitial compounds formed by Ni and Cr elements at substrates. The hardness of the surfacing layer after subcritical quenching is high and shows good wear resistance, the strength increases but the toughness decreases. The friction coefficient of which subcritical water quenched decreases during friction test, and a ductile banded structure between the brittle and hard phases occurs in its tensile fracture.
    Heat treatment process for improving warpage distortion of 35CrMnSi steel disc
    Gai Miaomiao, Yang Juan, Zheng Xiping
    2022, 47(1):  281-283.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.047
    Abstract ( 67 )   PDF (652KB) ( 16 )  
    Die-pressurized water-cooling process was used to reduce the warpage distortion of 35CrMnSi steel disc during quenching, and the microstructure, distortion and hardness of the disc under different quenching temperatures and pressures were studied. The results show that the microstructure of the disc is lath martensite and a small amount of acicular martensite when quenching at 850 ℃ and 910 ℃ with pressure of 8 MPa, and no undissolved ferrite, Widmanstatten structure, reticulated ferrite and acicular ferrite are observed. The optimum heat treatment process is quenching at 890 ℃ with pressure of 10 MPa, under which the distortion is 11 μm and the hardness is 55 HRC. Due to the fact that the deformation of the disc in die-pressurized water-cooling process is well controlled and the distortion can meet the technical requirement, the pass rate of one-time inspection reaches 98%, and satisfactory application results is achieved
    TEST AND ANALYSIS
    Characterization of hardness for GCr15 steel based on laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy
    Li Zhu, Zhang Qingyong, Kong Linghua, Lian Guofu, Yang Jinwei
    2022, 47(1):  284-289.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.048
    Abstract ( 51 )   PDF (647KB) ( 16 )  
    Spectral stability, characteristic line intensity, plasma temperature and electron density of GCr15 steel after tempering at different temperatures were analyzed by using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy method, and the relationships between characteristic line intensity ratio, plasma temperature and hardness were studied. The results show that the spectral and plasma characteristics of the specimens tempered at different temperatures are different, however, with the increase of tempering temperature, the atomic spectral line intensity increases, while the ion spectral line intensity decreases. Meanwhile, The characteristic line intensity ratio and plasma temperature have good positive correlation with the hardness of the specimens, which shows that the hardness of the GCr15 steel after heat treatment can be measured by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy method.
    Cause analysis on low plasticity of annealed 2A12 aluminum alloy
    Li Yahong, Qi Xiaowei, Wang Xipeng, He Fang
    2022, 47(1):  290-294.  doi:10.13251/j.issn.0254-6051.2022.01.049
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    In order to find the cause for low plasticity after annealing, the chemical composition, hardness, microstructure and fracture morphology of 2A12 aluminum alloy tensile specimens were detected and analyzed by spectrometer, hardness tester, metallographic microscope and SEM. The results show that the hot extruded bar has anisotropy and a great difference in plasticity between longitudinal and transverse directions. The root cause of low plasticity after annealing is to use transverse tensile specimen instead of longitudinal one.