The Metallurgy Of Steel

Special topic volume with invited peer-reviewed papers only

The field of materials science and engineering which studies the physical and chemical behavior of metallic elements is called metallurgy. It also studies their inter-metallic compounds and their mixtures, which are known as alloys. Steel metallurgy is a domain under the subfield of metallurgy known as ferrous metallurgy. Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon in which the carbon content is not more than 2 percent. There are many types of steel which are classified broadly into a few major groups on the basis of specific criteria. These are surface conditions, chemical compositions, applications and shapes. This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of steel metallurgy. The fundamentals as well as modern approaches of this field are discussed in it. Those with an interest in the field of steel metallurgy would find this book helpful.

This book explains the metallurgy of steel and its heat treatment for non-metallurgists. It starts from simple concepts--beginning at the level of high-school chemistry classes--and building to more complex concepts involved in heat treatment of most all types of steel as well as cast iron. It was inspired by the author when working with practicing bladesmiths for more than 15 years. Most chapters in the book contain a summary at the end. These summaries provide a short review of the contents of each chapter. This book is THE practical primer on steel metallurgy for those who heat, forge, or machine steel.

STEELS: Metallurgy and Applications provides a metallurgical understanding of commercial steel grades and the design, manufacturing and service requirements that govern their application. The properties of different steels are described, detailing the effect of composition, processing and heat treatment. Where appropriate an introduction is given to standard specifications and design codes provided on component manufacture and property requirements for successful service performance. The book deals with steel products in some depth, in four chapters covering wide strip, structural steels, engineering and stainless steel grades. At the begining of each chapter an overview is given which details important features of the grades and a historical perspective of their development. Also featured are up to date information on steel prices and specifications. David Llewellyn has over thirty years experience in the steel industry and is currently lecturing in the Materials Engineering Department at University College Swansea. '..the book unfolds into an easily readable and a valuable source of highly relevant and contemporary information on steels' - METALS AND MATERIALS '.. a high quality product from all points of view' - INSTITUTE OF METALS AND MATERIALS AUSTRALASIA features up to date information on steel prices and specifications.