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Iron and Steel (Classic Reprint): Principles of Manufacture, Structure, Composition and Treatment: Principles of Manufacture, Structure, Composition and Treatment (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Oberg, Erik

 
9781333797959: Iron and Steel (Classic Reprint): Principles of Manufacture, Structure, Composition and Treatment: Principles of Manufacture, Structure, Composition and Treatment (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how iron becomes steel, from melting to working shapes and hardened tools. This practical guide explains the major processes, the role of carbon, and how different alloys change strength, hardness, and durability in real-world metalwork. Rich with clear explanations, it bridges theory and factory practice for students, professionals, and curious readers alike.

The book covers the key methods used to make steel, including how pig iron is transformed in Bessemer converters and open-hearth furnaces, and how wrought iron is strengthened through carbon addition. It also explains the chemistry behind dephosphorization, the use of various alloys, and the way heat treatment changes a metal’s properties. Practical details about tool steels, nickel steels, and manganese steels show how composition shapes performance in industry.

- Learn how carbon content affects welding, hardening, and tempering.
- See how different furnaces and fluxes influence steel quality and composition.
- Discover why certain alloys enhance toughness, hardness, or resistance to wear.
- Understand the spark test as a quick, practical method for identifying carbon content and alloying.

Ideal for readers of engineering histories, metalworking, and industrial chemistry, this edition provides clear, actionable context for the making and use of iron and steel.

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