Introduction to Steels

The book briefly describes the structure, properties and applications of various grades of steel, primarily aimed at non-metallurgical students from other engineering streams. The book consists of nine chapters covering most of the important types of steels and their physical metallurgy, microstructure and engineering applications including iron-carbon diagram, heat treatment, surface hardening methods, effect of alloying, specific applications, selection of materials, case studies and so forth. The book also contains subjective and objective questions aimed at exam preparation.Key FeaturesExclusive title aimed at introduction to steels for non-metallurgy audienceIncludes microstructure, composition, and properties of all the most commonly used steelsDescribes the heat treatments and the required alloying additions to process steel for the intended applicationsDiscusses effects of alloying elements on steelExplores development of steels for specialized areas such as the automobile, aerospace, and nuclear industries